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Yard Expansion Completed at Collier & Catchpole Lawford

We are excited to announce the completion of a major 600m² external yard expansion at our Lawford branch, with the fantastic support of D A Cant.

This new expansion will significantly enhance the availability and accessibility of building materials and products for both collection and delivery.

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Thanks to our friends at C & W Fencing, who made essential upgrades to our front gates. The expanded space allows for quicker loading and easier access to the yard, so you can get in, get loaded, and get back to work faster than ever.

As part of this expansion, we’re excited to offer improvements in our stock ranges, including a larger selection of:

  • Bricks & Blocks – Offering everything from standard bricks to specialist blocks for all types of building projects.
  • Timber – A wide variety of high-quality timber products perfect for construction, roofing, and landscaping needs.
  • Landscaping Materials – From decorative aggregates to paving slabs and sleepers, we have everything you need to transform outdoor spaces.
  • Lintels – Stocking a variety of lintels for different structural applications.
  • Drainage Solutions – We provide a full range of drainage products, from drain pipes to manhole covers.
  • Insulation – High-performance insulation materials to meet energy-efficiency requirements for residential and commercial builds.

What’s Next?

With Lawford 2.0 officially open, keep an eye out for new products rolling in over the coming weeks. Whether you need bricks, timber, landscaping materials, or insulation, our Lawford, Colchester, and Ipswich branches are here to help.

Visit us today or explore our range online at Collier & Catchpole for delivery and collection options across Essex and Suffolk.

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Collier & Catchpole Hosts 1st Summer Bonanza Trade Show Event

On Friday, 23rd June, Collier & Catchpole hosted its first-ever Summer Bonanza Trade Show Event at their Colchester branch. The event brought together customers, suppliers, and industry experts for a day packed with networking, demonstrations, and fun activities.

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The event was an opportunity for customers to meet the Collier & Catchpole team and discuss their projects with over 60 industry professionals.

Experts representing a range of product categories, including bricks, blocks, timber, and drainage, were available to provide advice and guidance. Customers could also explore the vast selection of building materials and landscaping products that Collier & Catchpole offers for both delivery and collection from their Stanway, Ipswich, and Lawford branches.

Guests had a blast playing on the retro Pac-Man machine, racing in driving simulators and everyone who visited had a chance to win a 50-inch Samsung TV—which was taken home by Graham from IFIX at the end of the event. To keep energy levels high, over 280 freshly cooked wood-fired pizzas from The Mobile Pizza Co were served to customers throughout the day, as well as burgers and hot dogs.

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The first 50 visitors were treated to gift bags filled with goodies, including Pavestone mugs, Collier Hats, Pick&Mix sweets and TuffStuff workwear socks, making the experience even more memorable.

32 leading building material brands came to exhibit including, Ox Tools, Haemmerlin, Pavestone, Toolbank, Azpects, ACO Group, TuffStuff Workwear, and Brett Martin.

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Velux brought their famous show-trailer, featuring a fully fitted loft space with Velux skylights, giving visitors a tangible experience of how these products can enhance their homes.

Rockwool demonstrated their fire and water insulation capabilities in a 10m-long mobile display and Millboard impressed attendees with their exhibition showroom.

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Colchester Branch Manager Matt Whymark said, “It was fantastic to see customers and suppliers come together. It was a brilliant turnout, and the entire team put in an amazing effort. We can’t wait for the next Summer Bonanza!”

Commercial Manager and Event Organiser Karl Flintoff added, “The event was an excellent opportunity for our suppliers to demonstrate their expertise and product range. The feedback has been phenomenal, with many asking, ‘When’s the next one?‘ It’s a testament to the strong relationships we’ve built with our suppliers.”

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The success of the event, with some calling it “the best trade show they had ever been to” sets the stage for more exciting events at Collier & Catchpole. Keep an eye on our social media for event highlights, supplier updates, and news on future trade shows.