Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Agricultural & Horticultural Engineers in Barnstaple
Established in 2001 by Richard and Sonia Tanton, Blakewell Services has grown from a small workshop operation to a leading agricultural and horticultural engineering business based in Barnstaple, Devon. Our family-run company combines decades of industry experience with a commitment to innovation, offering a comprehensive range of machinery sales, repair services, and spare parts. With a team of skilled professionals including Luke Tanton, Robert Ridge, and Sandra Reed, we have expanded our operations across multiple locations, including Hatherleigh and St Johns, before consolidating at our current Parkside Newport Road premises. We specialise in both new and used agricultural tractors, garden machinery, and robotic mowers, supported by a nationwide dealership network for brands like Stihl, Husqvarna, and Kress.Our engineers provide on-site agricultural repairs and workshop-based horticultural servicing, complemented by a same-day spares dispatch system and unique cylinder sharpening facilities. As one of the few companies in North Devon offering Aspen fuel solutions, we prioritise machinery longevity and environmental responsibility. Our customer-centric approach ensures tailored advice for selecting robotic mowers, backed by a 24/7 breakdown response service to minimise operational downtime.
Services
Agricultural Machinery Sales
Garden Machinery Repairs
Spare Parts Dispatch
Robotic Mower Solutions
On-Site Agricultural Repairs
Cylinder Sharpening Service
Aspen Fuel Solutions
Horticultural Servicing
Breakdown Response
PTO Shaft Repairs
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in agricultural engineering since 2001
- Our team includes certified engineers with specialist knowledge in machinery repairs
- We operate one of the few cylinder sharpening facilities in North Devon
- Our spares inventory enables same-day dispatch for urgent agricultural needs
- We offer exclusive Aspen fuel solutions to extend machinery lifespan
Services
Agricultural Machinery Sales
We supply new and used agricultural tractors and machinery from leading manufacturers. Our inventory includes Deutz Fahr models and other premium brands, supported by expert advice for commercial farming operations. Customers benefit from our status as an SDF dealer and access to nationwide delivery options.
Garden Machinery Repairs
Our fully trained engineers handle domestic and commercial horticultural machinery repairs. Services include lawn mower maintenance, strimmer servicing, and robotic mower diagnostics at our Barnstaple workshop. We offer collection and delivery for convenience, with specialist facilities for cylinder sharpening unavailable elsewhere in North Devon.
Spare Parts Dispatch
We stock over 600 agricultural and horticultural spare parts from brands including Stiga, Mountfield, and Countax. Most items are available for overnight dispatch via courier, ensuring minimal downtime for critical machinery. Our inventory focuses on high-demand components like blades, belts, and hydraulic parts.
Robotic Mower Solutions
As local specialists for Husqvarna Automower, Kress RTK, and Stiga robotic mowers, we provide tailored advice for garden maintenance. Our experts assess lawn size and terrain to recommend appropriate models, with demonstration facilities available at our Newport Road showroom for customer evaluation.
On-Site Agricultural Repairs
Our mobile service vans provide breakdown assistance and equipment repairs at customer locations. Specialised services include PTO shaft replacement, hydraulic system maintenance, and air conditioning servicing for agricultural machinery, supported by same-day parts availability from our Barnstaple warehouse.
People
Richard Tanton
Managing Director
Founder with 50+ years agricultural trade experience, established Blakewell Services in 2001. Oversees strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in dealership operations and customer relations.
Sonia Tanton
Managing Director
Co-founder instrumental in business expansion, managing administrative operations and customer service standards. Ensures continuity of the company's founding values through staff training and quality control.
Luke Tanton
Director
Third-generation engineer specialising in agricultural machinery diagnostics. Leads technical team for onsite repairs and workshop servicing, implementing modern maintenance techniques while preserving traditional engineering standards.
Robert Ridge
Director
Sales specialist with 15+ years horticultural equipment experience. Manages dealership relationships with Stihl, Husqvarna, and Kress brands while advising customers on robotic mower solutions.
Questions
What agricultural machinery brands do you sell?
We offer Deutz Fahr tractors and machinery through our SDF dealership, along with other leading agricultural brands supported by our nationwide service network.
Do you provide robotic mower servicing?
Yes, we service Husqvarna Automower, Kress RTK, and Stiga robotic models. Our engineers can perform diagnostics, software updates, and component replacements at our Barnstaple workshop.
Can I get same-day agricultural spare parts?
Our Barnstaple warehouse stocks high-demand components like PTO shafts, hydraulic parts, and roller chains for same-day dispatch to minimise machinery downtime.
Are your engineers qualified for commercial repairs?
Our team holds manufacturer certifications for agricultural and horticultural equipment, including specialised training for air conditioning systems and hydraulic machinery repairs.
Do you operate outside Devon?
While based in Barnstaple, we serve clients across the South West including Cornwall and Somerset. Our mobile service vans enable onsite agricultural repairs up to 50 miles from our depot.
