Expert Traditional and Modern Stonework and Foundations by Cullen Bricklaying

At Cullen Bricklaying, we offer a comprehensive range of specialist masonry and groundwork services tailored to meet the needs of both traditional and modern construction projects across Dorset and the South of England.

Our drystone walling service provides authentic, mortar-free stone walls that are ideal for rural settings, heritage restoration, and landscape features. Built with skill and precision, drystone walls offer long-lasting beauty and structural integrity without the need for cement.

We also supply and install hand-cut natural stone and reconstituted stonework, customised to suit your project's architectural style, whether you're building a contemporary home or restoring a period property. Our expert stone masons ensure every detail enhances the aesthetic and value of the build.

For a strong foundation, our block foundation services offer solid and dependable groundwork solutions ensuring structural longevity from the ground up.

Stonework & Foundations:

• Drystone Walling - Authentic, mortar-free stone walls for rural and heritage developments
• Hand-Cut Stone & Reconstituted Stone - Tailored to suit both traditional and contemporary designs
• Block Foundations - Solid, reliable groundwork for long-lasting structures

Whether you're developing new housing, restoring historic buildings, or improving rural land, Cullen Bricklaying combines craftsmanship with reliability to deliver exceptional results.

Our Legacy as a Specialist Bricklaying Contractor

Cullen Bricklaying has played a key role in constructing some of the South’s most iconic and award-winning developments. We are proud to have been a long-term contractor on the Duchy of Cornwall’s Poundbury development near Dorchester—working across all major phases including Queen Mother Square and the South West and North East Quadrants and also The Hamlet.

Our craftsmanship has been recognised at the highest levels. Most recently, our work at Poundbury for C G Fry & Son received the national 2024 NHBC Supreme Pride in the Job Award. We’ve also had the honour of meeting The Late Queen Elizabeth II and His Majesty King Charles III in recognition of our contribution to this landmark project.

Expert Flint Work For Traditional Craftsmanship for Modern and Heritage Builds

At Cullen Bricklaying, we specialise in expert flint work for both traditional heritage properties and contemporary architectural developments. Our reputation is built on quality, precision, and decades of experience in delivering bespoke flint masonry that enhances both the aesthetic and structural value of a building.

Our highly skilled teams are proficient in working with knapped flint, unknapped flint, coursed flint, and random flint techniques, each offering its own unique finish and textural character. These flint materials are often expertly combined with brick and natural stone detailing to create distinctive façades, feature walls, and boundary treatments. The result is a striking and durable surface that reflects a deep respect for tradition while meeting the needs of modern design.

Whether we are commissioned for a new-build property or engaged in restoration work on a listed building, our flint craftsmanship brings timeless character, structural integrity, and lasting durability to every project. From rural cottages to urban developments, Cullen Bricklaying ensures each project is completed to the highest standard, preserving and enhancing the legacy of flint construction.

If you're seeking specialist flint contractors in Dorset or across the South of England, Cullen Bricklaying is a name trusted by developers, architects, and heritage property owners alike.

Oakenstead Estates and Cullen Bricklaying Recognised by the Royal Family for Poundbury Construction Excellence

As trusted building contractors in Dorset we take pride in delivering exceptional quality, and our long-standing reputation as specialist brickwork contractors Cullen Bricklaying is no exception.

Our dedication to high standards of craftsmanship was formally recognised during a landmark moment in Poundbury's development: the visionary urban extension of Dorchester spearheaded by Prince Charles (now HM King Charles III) during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.

Paul and John Cullen as representatives of Oakenstead Estates and Cullen Bricklaying, were honoured with an invitation to a royal lunch and a personal audience with Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles. The occasion marked the unveiling of the Queen Mother’s Statue in Queen Mother Square, a central feature of the Poundbury development.

This royal recognition celebrated our combined work on major residential construction projects within Poundbury, including sites developed by Morrish Builders and C.G. Fry & Son. Our craftsmanship and commitment to traditional building methods were specifically mentioned in Prince Charles’s speech, reflecting the importance of using skilled local building contractors and brickwork experts in realising the architectural ideals of the community.

At Oakenstead Estates, we continue to uphold these values on every project, blending experience, integrity, and attention to detail to help shape sustainable and characterful developments across the South of England.