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# Tudor Roof Tiles journal

The Tudor Roof Tiles journal has news from the factory in Lydd: new colours, award-winning roofs, the people who make the tiles, and guidance on choosing and fitting handmade clay roof tiles.

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## Roof tile news and projects from 2025

- [4 May 2025A Legacy in Every TileAt Tudor Roof Tiles, the soul of our handmade products lies not only in the clay and kilns but in the hands and eyes…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/legacy-every-tile/)

- [30 April 2025New for 2025 - English Oak Blend & English Dark Oak Blend —Made in England using traditional techniques and Etruria Marl clay, this collection was specifically developed to meet…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/new-2025-english-oak-blend-english/)

- [31 January 2025Jo Mills takes up Specifications & Business Development role atWhen it comes to handmade clay roof tiles, few people have the knowledge, experience, and passion that Jo brings to…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/jo-mills-takes-specifications-business-development/)

- [18 January 2025Paul John Lythgoe receives NFRC award for services to industryPaul Lythgoe was presented with an NFRC Services to Industry Award on 14 January 2025. From the Tudor Roof Tiles…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/paul-john-lythgoe-receives-nfrc-award/)

## Roof tile news and projects from 2024

- [30 December 2024Clay 'plain' roof tiles history in a few wordsDating back as far as the 12th and 13th centuries, the name ‘peg tile’, originally came from the softwood pegs, which…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/clay-plain-roof-tiles-history-few/)

- [1 December 2024New guidance for roof tiling published jointly by RTA and NFRCThe Design and Installation Guide for Roof Tiling is the definitive guide to obtaining successful results in pitched…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/new-guidance-roof-tiling-published-jointly/)

- [1 November 2024Autumn budget pain for small to medium businessesOctober 30th 2024 budget was a momentous occasion as it was the first ever to be delivered by a female chancellor, and…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/autumn-budget-pain-small-medium-businesses/)

- [12 October 2024Compelling reasons to prefer British manufacturingThe origin and environmental impact of products are factors that a growing number of buyers wish to look into before…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/compelling-reasons-prefer-british-manufacturing/)

- [4 September 2024BCC re-brands as Ceramics UKBritish Ceramic Confederation has undergone a transformation and officially re-branded as Ceramics UK.](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/bcc-re-brands-as-ceramics-uk/)

- [10 July 2024Trevor joins Tudor Roof TilesTrevor has joined the sales team at Tudor and brings with him a history of tile manufacturing gained at Tudor.](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/trevor-joins-roof-tiles/)

- [10 April 2024Sales Director Lawrence Retires from TudorWe wish Lawrence a great retirement, filled with relaxation, happiness and exciting new adventures. From the Tudor…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/sales-director-lawrence-retires/)

## Roof tile news and projects from 2023

- [10 November 2023Chris joins Tudor Roof TilesChris has joined the sales team at Tudor and brings with him exceptional tile manufacturing experience and a keen…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/chris-joins-roof-tiles/)

- [17 October 2023Achieving The Best Visual Effect With Roof TilesAchieving the best visual effect from roof tiles is what all involved seek to achieve and this requires cooperation…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/achieving-best-visual-effect-roof-tiles/)

- [12 September 2023Using Tudor Clay Tiles for Vertical TilingRoof tiling installed on walls is known as ‘tile hanging’, ‘tile cladding’ or ‘vertical tiling’ and is generally…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/clay-tiles-vertical-tiling/)

- [31 July 2023Sales Manager George Retires from TudorAfter 8.5 years of representing Tudor sales, George has decided to take a well-deserved retirement. From the Tudor…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/sales-manager-george-retires/)

- [9 March 2023A day in the life of Tudor Roof Tile's longest-serving employeeWill McGinnis, Works Manager for Tudor Roof Tile Co Ltd. based in Lydd, Kent – As Tudor’s longest-serving employee…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/day-life-roof-tiles-longest-serving/)

- [20 January 2023Why Compromise - British is BestWhen choosing traditional clay peg or plain roof tiles buyers need to beware of the marketing used by some roof tile…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/why-compromise-british-best/)

## Roof tile news and projects from 2022

- [30 September 2022Ian leaves Tudor Roof TilesIan has decided to say farewell to Tudor after 7+ years of conciderable input to the Tudor team. From the Tudor Roof…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/ian-leaves-roof-tiles/)

## Roof tile news and projects from 2021

- [1 November 2021Tudor Lowers Gas Surcharge as Gas Price SoftensFollowing last months increase in Tudor's selling price due to the unprecedented cost rise in commercial gas, Tudor…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/lowers-gas-surcharge-as-gas-price/)

- [1 November 2021Managing Director Retires at TudorPaul Lythgoe has formally stepped down from day-to-day activity at Tudor Roof Tiles. From the Tudor Roof Tiles journal.](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/managing-director-retires/)

- [5 October 2021Gas Price Unprecedented HighSince March 2021 gas prices to Tudor Roof Tiles have increased from 40 pence a therm to the current £3.00 … 650%.](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/gas-price-unprecedented-high/)

- [18 June 2021Tudor Roof Tiles Historic & ListedWhile Tudor Roof Tiles are well known to new build planners, builders and architects, Tudor are proud of the many…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/roof-tiles-historic-listed/)

- [19 January 2021Tudor Roof Tiles appoint Deputy Managing DirectorIn his new role, Tom will initially focus on the production and sales departments, familiarising himself with Tudor’s…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/roof-tiles-appoint-deputy-managing-director/)

## Roof tile news and projects from 2020

- [3 December 2020Tudor Roof Tiles advice regarding moss on roof tilesMoss is a simple plant that does not produce flowers and grows in blankets in natural environments. Commonly seen…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/roof-tiles-advice-moss-roof-tiles/)

- [5 November 2020Restoration after devastating fireFirs House is a spectacular Grade II listed property in Worcestershire. From the Tudor Roof Tiles journal.](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/restoration-after-devastating-fire/)

- [5 November 2020Tudor Roof Tiles Launch New Range of Old English Handmade Peg TilesThe new Restoration peg tiles replicate the single camber, subtle variation of tone and texture and the rough-edged…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/roof-tiles-launch-new-range-old/)

- [5 November 2020Multi Award Winning Roof - (using Tudor bespoke size handmade tiles)King’s College School in Wimbledon, one of the leading academic independent schools in the UK, has won multiple awards…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/multi-award-winning-roof-bespoke-size/)

- [31 July 2020Customers benefit from Tudor Roof Tiles being 100% BritishChoosing a roofing material is a key decision when building or renovating a home, as the roof is a dominant feature of…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/customers-benefit-roof-tiles-being-100/)

- [1 July 2020Barnet Wellhouse uses Tudor Roof TilesMany thanks go to Barnet Museum & Local History Society for their choice of Tudor Roof Tiles. From the Tudor Roof…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/barnet-wellhouse-uses-roof-tiles/)

- [1 July 2020How handmade clay hanging/facade tiles make your home uniqueTudor Roof Tile’s handmade hanging and decorative wall tiles are a very stylish and practical way of adding character…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/handmade-clay-hanging-facade-tiles-make/)

- [4 June 2020Factory re-starts at Tudor Roof TilesCollections from stock are also available but please ring us to book a collection time. From the Tudor Roof Tiles…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/factory-re-starts-roof-tiles/)

- [14 March 2020Tudor Roof Tiles 2020 BrochureThe artwork is done (thank you Lawrence) and it is now back from the printers. From the Tudor Roof Tiles journal.](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/roof-tiles-2020-brochure/)

- [1 February 2020Home Building & Renovating Awards FinalistThe awards showcase the very best in the industry, as shortlisted by Homebuilding & Renovating readers and…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/home-building-renovating-awards-finalist/)

- [1 February 2020Oast Houses in KentOast houses were designed to dry hops which, in the 17th century, became a vital ingredient in the brewing of beer](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/oast-houses-kent/)

- [1 January 2020Boost Your SalesDisplays in merchants yards are a great way to show the range of colours available in Tudor's clay tiles, ornamentals…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/boost-sales/)

## Roof tile news and projects from 2018

- [1 December 2018Barbour ABI Showcase Tudor Roof TilesLong time advocates of Tudor Roof Tiles, Barbour ABI herald the fact of Tudor wining Best roofing product award for…](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/barbour-abi-showcase-roof-tiles/)

- [10 January 2018Ecclesiastical World Showcase Tudor Roof TilesMany thanks go to E&HW for their continued exposure of Tudor Roof Tiles. From the Tudor Roof Tiles journal.](https://www.tudorrooftiles.co.uk/journal/ecclesiastical-world-showcase-roof-tiles/)