Welcome to the Honister Slate Blog

With years of experience and understanding of slate, our team is here to share practical stories, knowledge and insights on all things slate. Our blog aims to provide inspiraton and information so you are able to make the most of our slate.

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Top Slate FAQs

Honister Green Slate, also known as Westmorland Green Slate or Lakeland Green Slate, has captivated hearts with its unique spectrum of colours, functionality and rich history for centuries. Formed deep...

Top Slate FAQs

Honister Green Slate, also known as Westmorland Green Slate or Lakeland Green Slate, has captivated hearts with its unique spectrum of colours, functionality and rich history for centuries. Formed deep...

slate tiles for indoor

Commercial Uses of Slate

Slate extraction has been taking place at Honister Slate Mine since 1643. Located in the Borrowdale Valley in the Lake District, our world-renowned Westmorland Green Slate has a long tradition...

Commercial Uses of Slate

Slate extraction has been taking place at Honister Slate Mine since 1643. Located in the Borrowdale Valley in the Lake District, our world-renowned Westmorland Green Slate has a long tradition...

slate roofing tiles

The Ultimate Guide to Slate Roof Tiles

Having to purchase roof tiles isn’t something most of us have to do on a regular basis therefore when you do find yourself in the position of having to buy...

The Ultimate Guide to Slate Roof Tiles

Having to purchase roof tiles isn’t something most of us have to do on a regular basis therefore when you do find yourself in the position of having to buy...

Elevate Your Garden with Slate

Elevate Your Garden with Slate

The garden can often be overlooked when it comes to putting your own stamp on your home, but with just a few considered updates you can transform your patch into...

Elevate Your Garden with Slate

The garden can often be overlooked when it comes to putting your own stamp on your home, but with just a few considered updates you can transform your patch into...

slate headstones

Exploring Headstones: What Are Different Types ...

Exploring headstone options - granite, marble, sandstone, and the exceptional Honister Green Slate. Find the perfect tribute for your loved one's memory.

Exploring Headstones: What Are Different Types ...

Exploring headstone options - granite, marble, sandstone, and the exceptional Honister Green Slate. Find the perfect tribute for your loved one's memory.

Our First Trip to ' Top Drawer' - a slate-tastic adventure in London

Our First Trip to ' Top Drawer' - a slate-tasti...

It’s not often that we get to venture outside of the Borrowdale Valley, but our first trip to Top Drawer turned out to be a slate-tastic adventure worth every second...

Our First Trip to ' Top Drawer' - a slate-tasti...

It’s not often that we get to venture outside of the Borrowdale Valley, but our first trip to Top Drawer turned out to be a slate-tastic adventure worth every second...