Priory Architectural Terracotta

Little Hoole, Preston, Lancashire
PR4 4SY, United Kingdom

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Priory Architectural Terracotta, established in 2011 and based in Little Hoole, Preston, Lancashire, is a family-run business specializing in the manufacture of bespoke, hand-pressed terracotta for architectural restoration and new build projects. With over 25 years of experience in ceramics, their mission is to preserve traditional craftsmanship while embracing new techniques and technology, ensuring the creation of high-quality architectural terracotta details.

The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including the reproduction of ornamental components common in façade restoration and active engagement in the creative process of new designs. Their skilled craftsmen are adept at producing a variety of architectural terracotta elements, catering to residential, commercial, ecclesiastical, and institutional projects across the UK.

Priory Architectural Terracotta is passionate about exploring the potential of architectural ceramics in new build projects. They collaborate closely with architects and designers to bring individuality to each project, utilizing the material's limitless capacity for form, texture, and colour. Their expertise enables the creation of adventurous building components that enhance projects and stand the test of time.

Notable projects undertaken by Priory Architectural Terracotta include the fabrication of tessellating sunscreens for a residential development to satisfy planning requirements, the manufacture of over 1,500 units for the expansion of the iconic Headland Hotel, and the creation of the largest one-piece terracotta lettering in the UK for Alleyn's School. These projects demonstrate their commitment to quality, innovation, and the preservation of architectural heritage.

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