Case studies

Our task was to carry out a full roof renovation including timber repairs, clay peg tiling, leadwork and rainwater goods.

St Luke’s Church in Southsea is a Neo-Norman Grade II listed building built of flint and stone with a Welsh Slate roof which required substantial reroofing.

Chartwell House on the Kent/Surrey borders is the former home of Sir Winston Churchill and is owned by the National Trust.

West Dean College of Arts & Conservation has an outstanding profile for arts, conservation and education, and is regarded as a centre of excellence. Founder and surrealist Patron Edward James and is now part of the Edwards James Foundation.

Clarke Roofing were awarded the contract to install natural slates and lead sheet coverings to this new build property in Bexhill- On-Sea.

Weald and Downland Museum is a well-known Living and Open-Air museum nestled in the South Downs just north of Chichester, West Sussex.

We were tasked to sympathetically repair the substrate deck using sawn English Oak boarding followed by a new lead roof and rainwater system which was in addition to the fabric of this historical section.

Working with a local builder, Clarke Roofing installed new roof coverings to the pitched roof and the veranda to this lovely new outhouse to a property in Newick, East Sussex.

The beautiful and historic Grade I Listed St. Peter’s Church, Hamsey near Lewes was suffering from the effects of 1000 years of worship and wear and tear.

Originally forming part of the farm yard for the Duke of Devonshire, this small project was on a building of great importance to the town. The adjacent pond is the source of Bourne spring from which Eastbourne got its name.

Both flat and pitched roof areas at the Academy were in need of urgent renewal including brickwork, trays, pointing and glazing. The flat roof area alone totalled 4600m2 and the pitched roofing was 800m2

The storm on St Jude’s day in October 2013 caused severe damage to the church spire in Wadhurst. Not only had the shingles been removed but the entire structure to one facet was ripped away including tennoned rafters and braces leaving a gaping hole in the side of the spire.

The Grade II Listed Lewes Town Hall was rebuilt from the infamous 16th Century Star Inn in the High Street, the undercrofts of which still remain and were used to imprison 10-17 martyrs, who were burned at the stake within a few yards of the site!

The complete re roofing/renovation of all roof areas, chimneys and rainwater goods to the science block at Eastbourne College here in Eastbourne.

The existing asphalt roof was in a poor condition with water coming through in various locations. A number of Georgian wire glass panels were broken and needed renewal.

Your home is the most important asset for the family, Services protect it professionally. From minor repairs to complete roof renewal, Clarke Roofing Southern Ltd will advise and provide free quotations.

Highmead Manor is a four-storey residential Victorian building which was converted into flats, we believe in the 1980’s, and sits within the Eastbourne Conservation Area. The main roof is tiled with machine-made tiles and the property has a lead domed porch to the front and a lead dome to the rear.

Abbotts Building, on Brighton’s iconic seafront, is located directly opposite to one of its key attractions, the British Airways i360, and commands impressive views of the English Channel.

Clarke Roofing installed 74 rooflights on a school roofing project on the Isle of Wight.

The Gordon Rooms form part of the Goodwood Estate, which is situated in the heart of West Sussex and is home to the world-famous Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival and Glorious Goodwood. The upper floors of the Gordon Rooms were original used for storage of historical documents and the lower floors was a canteen and bar, which is used during events.

Clarke Roofing were the main contractor on this project at Portsmouth Cathedral. We carried out extensive roofing works as well as specialist interior and exterior works. The scope of the works was quite varied and included peg tile roofing, timber roof repairs, leadwork to gutters and flashings, replacement cast iron works, repairs to medieval dormer windows, refurbishment and cleaning leaded light windows, copper cladding, stonework and pointing repairs.

Working in conjunction with East Sussex and the Frankham Consultancy.

The existing roof and vertical tiling was failing resulting in roof leaks and falling tiles resulting in a considerable risk to the public using the shopping area below.

The gazebo roof was in poor repair. The roof was beyond repair and all tiles were removed. Structural timber repairs were completed including reinstating a new timber ball ready for leadwork.

The existing flat roof areas had failed and were in urgent need of replacement.

St Mary Magdalene Church is a Grade I Listed Building of historic interest, built of stone rubble with a tiled roof. It has a weather-boarded bell-turret, topped by a shingled spire. The chancel and nave are 13th Century, the east wall of the chancel and buttresses were rebuilt about 1800. The North aisle is 14th Century, and possibly the bell-turret.

This farmhouse, built around 1740, is a Grade II* home nestled on the South Downs within a conservation area. Mentioned in Pevsner's Guide, the farmhouse is an 18th century L-shaped building.

Clarke Roofing have just completed the reroof of The Polegrove Bowls Pavilion in Bexhill, East Sussex.

Harbour Primary School is a nursery and primary school based in the harbour town of Newhaven and maintained by East Sussex County Council.

Comprehensive roofing refurbishment works were undertaken at Wannock Village Hall, involving the complete removal and replacement of the existing roof covering.

In 2023, re-roofing works were undertaken at Ashurst Wood Primary School, specifically targeting a section of the roof overlooking the main playground. The works commenced in Summer 2023.

Summer is one of our busiest periods for school roofing projects, as many educational settings take advantage of the holidays to carry out essential maintenance and upgrades. With schools closed for the summer break, it provides an ideal window for completing significant roofing works without disrupting students and staff.

The works on Fairstowe in Crowborough included a rear elevation re-roof and a side elevation low-level re-roof.

Extensive restoration and reroofing works to the historic Manor House, Gatehouse, and outbuildings, preserving key architectural features such as swept valleys and decorative ridge details. The project included specialist leadwork, reclaimed tile installation, insulation upgrades, structural repairs, and full internal and external redecorations, all delivered to heritage standards with minimal disruption to the occupied site.

Complex roof refurbishment at Eastbourne District General Hospital, improving insulation, drainage, and energy efficiency, all while working within a live hospital environment. Overcoming major design and logistical challenges, the project was completed to a high standard with a 20-year guarantee, showcasing expert collaboration and innovative problem-solving.

A full roofing refurbishment at the 24/7 operational Haywards Heath Fire Station involved replacing seven roof areas with a high-performance Bauder system, including new insulation and rooflights. The project required careful planning around live operations, safe removal and reinstatement of solar panels, and was completed with minimal disruption, backed by a 20-year guarantee.

We were appointed to carry out a full flat roof replacement and extensive dormer refurbishment on a prestigious white-rendered property near Petworth, West Sussex, formerly part of the historic Petworth Estate. The works included replacing approximately 270m² of flat roofing with a high-performance Garland system, the refurbishment of 26 dormer tops with new leadwork and waterproofing, the installation of a new roof access hatch, and careful slate reinstatement to the mansard slopes. Completed in line with NFRC Safe2Torch guidelines and Garland UK specifications, the project now benefits from a 25-year insurance-backed guarantee, ensuring long-term durability and protection.

We carried out the sensitive refurbishment of the Grade II listed King Henry VIII Inn in Hever, Kent, directly opposite Hever Castle. The project included phased internal and external works, covering heritage roofing, plaster repairs, mechanical and electrical upgrades, and full redecoration. With the pub’s challenging location near a school and tourist route, we implemented bespoke traffic management to minimise disruption. The project was delivered on time, with excellent feedback from the client.

We were brought in by a private client to carry out major timber repairs and re-roof a large section of their property. To keep work moving in all weather, we installed a full temporary roof scaffold. We reused as many original tiles as possible, topping up with matching reclaimed ones, and completed all leadwork to LCA standards. The roof’s insulation was upgraded with sustainable sheep’s wool, and ventilation improved throughout, ensuring a durable, energy-efficient finish that stayed true to the building’s character.