Conservingcraftsmanship.
Markstone is led by founder Mark Turpie, working across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. After years in traditional masonry and heritage conservation, he set out to keep the craft alive — repairing and building in stone the way it was meant to be done, with the right materials, real skill, and honest advice. Work that protects the building, and the craft behind it.
Traditional method, modern standard.
Markstone was founded by Mark Turpie after years in traditional masonry and conservation, including as the right-hand man at an established local firm. He set out on his own to keep doing the work the way it should be done — the right materials, a clear scope, and work he’s happy to stand behind. The team is deliberately small and hands-on, because how the work is done matters as much as the result.
What we believe
Honesty over upsell
We tell you the truth, even when it means less work for us. No inflated proposals, no scope you don’t need.
Traditional craft
We work the traditional way, with lime, as the building was built. Heritage demands it, and it protects the fabric for the long term.
Quality, not corner-cutting
We’d rather come back tomorrow than rush and drop our standard. The finish has to be right.
Built on trust
With clients and trades alike — clear communication, fair handling when a job flexes, and work we’re proud to put our name to.
Respect for your property
We protect what’s around the work, keep a tidy site, and leave it clean. You’ll know what’s happening day to day.
If you don’t need the work doing, I’ll tell you. I’d rather be honest and give you the right advice than sell you something you don’t need — it’s my name on it either way.
Mark Turpie
Founder, Markstone
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Somerset · Dorset · Wiltshire
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