Home of Westmorland Green Slate

As England's last working slate mine, Honister takes pride in every project big or small.

A family-run business that prides itself on preserving the tradition of handmade quality craftsmanship. For generations, our mine has produced premium green slate, each product being crafted straight from our working mine.

From kitchen worktops to natural stone memorials, slate building materials and homeware. Take home your own piece of the Lake District, the same slate that adorns iconic British landmarks like Buckingham Palace.

Stone from the heart of The Lake District

Worked for over 450 years

Slate Christmas Gift Ideas

The perfect Christmas gift selection crafted from Honister Green Slate embodies the... 

  • England's Last Working Slate Mine

  • Hand-Crafted Slate Products

  • Quality Customer Service

  • slate worktop commercial

    The Benefits of Slate for Businesses: A Durable...

    Slate is an exceptional choice for businesses undertaking large commercial projects, offering a unique combination of beauty, durability, and cost-effectiveness. Its versatility makes it ideal for both indoor and outdoor...

    The Benefits of Slate for Businesses: A Durable...

    Slate is an exceptional choice for businesses undertaking large commercial projects, offering a unique combination of beauty, durability, and cost-effectiveness. Its versatility makes it ideal for both indoor and outdoor...

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    Creative Ways to Use Slate in Home Decor

    Slate is a classic, timeless natural material that lends an air of elegance, sophistication, and functionality to any home. Its durability, distinctive texture, and earthy charm make it a favourite...

    Creative Ways to Use Slate in Home Decor

    Slate is a classic, timeless natural material that lends an air of elegance, sophistication, and functionality to any home. Its durability, distinctive texture, and earthy charm make it a favourite...

  • slate headstone styles

    A Guide to Slate Headstone Styles: Choosing the...

    Choosing a headstone is a meaningful step in honouring a loved one. It’s not just a marker—it’s a reflection of their life, personality, and the memories you hold dear. At...

    A Guide to Slate Headstone Styles: Choosing the...

    Choosing a headstone is a meaningful step in honouring a loved one. It’s not just a marker—it’s a reflection of their life, personality, and the memories you hold dear. At...

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