Oak-framed barn interior with exposed pitched roof beams and pendant lighting
Heritage carpentry · Sussex

Listed properties restored.
New oak frames raised.

Conservation-led restoration, sympathetic extensions and bespoke new oak frames for Grade II listed cottages, manor houses and barns across Sussex. Sussex Heritage Trust 2024 and 2025 Winners, and 2026 Highly Commended.

Awarded Sussex Heritage Trust2024 + 2025 Winners · 2026 Highly Commended
Established 2020Lewis · Alex · Josh
Discipline Listed · Period · OakRestoration · Renovation · Consultation
What we do

Four disciplines, one approach, conservation-led.

From localised timber repairs and breathable lime render to full HMO conversions and bespoke oak frames. Every project follows the principle of maximum retention and minimum intervention.

Heritage building plans with a tape measure during the planning stage
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Consultation and Planning

Expert advice on heritage regulations and planning permissions, concept to completion.

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Recent projects

Listed buildings, renovations and new build.

From Grade II listed cottages, manor houses and barns to bespoke new oak-framed builds across Sussex. Every project documented, every detail considered.

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Restored oak staircase interior
The Oak Blokes

Lewis, Alex and Josh, a trio of traditional carpenters.

Lewis and Alex trained as traditional carpenters, honing their skills in the art of oak framing and the restoration of historic buildings. Josh joined them in 2018, and in 2020 the three of us officially established The Oak Blokes Ltd.

Our mission has been clear from the beginning: to restore old buildings with the utmost care and respect, ensuring their historical significance is preserved for future generations.

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"Maximum retention, minimum intervention." Our principle on every conservation job.
In their words

What clients tell us.

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Working with The Oak Blokes was an absolute pleasure. Their attention to detail and deep respect for the original features of our 18th-century cottage truly stood out. Lewis and Alex took the time to understand our vision and brought it to life with exceptional craftsmanship and care. The result is a beautifully restored home that perfectly blends historic charm with modern comfort. We couldn't be happier.
David · 18th-century cottage
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Companies we work with

Best of Lime Graphenstone Manorwood Architectural Design Shoreline English Woodlands The Rooflight Company ARC Electrics

Have a project in mind?

Restoring a listed building? Let's talk.

Tell us about the property, the listing grade, and where you'd like to start. We'll come back with the right team and the right approach.