Upgrade your roof with premium Welsh roofing slate, trusted for generations for its strength, longevity and distinctive natural finish. Discover why it remains a top choice for homeowners across North Wales.

Explore the plug and feather method of splitting Welsh slate, a traditional quarrying technique still used today to ensure precision, quality and authenticity.

We recently had the honour of contributing to the creation of the En Pointe I sculpture by Masters & Munn. Commissioned to produce a bespoke polished Welsh slate plinth, we carefully crafted a base that perfectly complements the dancer en pointe, balancing strength, elegance and material harmony. This limited edition artwork is available in a range of finishes, with each element designed to enhance its refined aesthetic. We specialise in bespoke commissioned work working closely with clients to create high quality, custom pieces in Welsh slate.

Welsh slate has been used on roofs across the UK for centuries thanks to its durability, beauty and ability to withstand the British climate. In this guide, we explore why Welsh slate remains one of the best roofing materials for homes throughout Wales and the wider UK.

Discover the range of classic and bespoke headstone shapes at LLD Slate. From traditional squares and elegant ogees to high ellipses, Tudor arcs and fully custom designs. Our durable slate and limestone memorials help you create a lasting tribute that truly honours your loved one.

Discover why bespoke slate memorials matter. LLD Slate creates personalised, handcrafted memorials designed to honour loved ones with timeless Welsh slate and meaningful, lasting craftsmanship.

Welsh slate has been used on roofs across the UK for centuries thanks to its durability, beauty and ability to withstand the British climate. In this guide, we explore why Welsh slate remains one of the best roofing materials for homes throughout Wales and the wider UK.

In 2007, Arfon Griffiths the founder of LLD Slate Ltd had a great idea to create the logo for our business. This blog shows the story behind our logo.

Nabresina Limestone headstone is a warm light beige stone enriched with subtle fossil markings. Its compact texture allows for crisp refined engraving, ensuring every inscription remains clear and enduring.

Looking after your slate hearth, with the right care you can keep your slate hearth looking its best and protect it from stains, heat marks and everyday wear.

Custom made to measure slate hearth add timeless beauty to your fireplace.

Welsh slate hearths are the perfect choice for any fireplace, offering a blend of durability, heat resistance, and timeless style. Whether you’re designing a modern fireplace or restoring a traditional one, slate hearths add elegance and functionality. Available in riven or polished finishes, Welsh slate hearths are a sustainable, long-lasting feature that transforms your living space.

Traditional Welsh slate fencing Crawiau in Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales.

Kilkenny Limestone, also known as Irish Blue Limestone, has been used in memorials for centuries and it’s easy to see why. In this article, we explore why Kilkenny Limestone is one of the most trusted materials for headstones and what makes it such a popular choice for modern memorials.

At LLD Slate Ltd, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact through thoughtful practices and ongoing improvements in how we operate.

Slate hearths produced for the new crime drama MobLand now streaming on Paramount.

Stocking Welsh Roofing Slate in our yard

The Welsh Dark Blue Grey Slate is highly durable and weather resistant, quarried from Cwt y Bugail, Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales.

Over the years we have established strong relationships with experienced stonemasons around the country creating beautiful headstones to honour loved ones.