Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Monumental Masons in Westbury, Wiltshire
Established in 1988, Young Johnson is a family-run masonry business with over 30 years of experience crafting memorials and headstones across the South West. Accredited by the National Association of Memorial Masons, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to create bespoke tributes for churchyards and cemeteries. Our team, led by City & Guilds qualified mason Nick Johnson and directors Helen and Jessica Johnson, provides a compassionate, client-focused service.With workshops in Westbury and Plymouth, we ensure ethical sourcing of materials and adherence to the highest professional standards. Our work spans from classic memorials to intricate bespoke commissions, serving clients from Swindon to Penzance.
Services
Memorials
Headstones
Bespoke Commissions
Memorial Inscriptions
Ethical Stone Sourcing
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in memorial masonry.
- Our family-run business ensures personal, compassionate service.
- Accredited by the National Association of Memorial Masons.
- Ethically sourced materials conforming to SEDEX standards.
- Skilled team combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Memorial Masons
- SEDEX
What people say
Excellent service
Attention to detail
Helpfulness and kindness
Wonderful headstones
Fantastic carving
Services
Memorials
We create bespoke memorials using traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques. Our memorials are designed to honour loved ones with lasting tributes suitable for churchyards and cemeteries. Clients receive detailed consultations to ensure their vision is realised with precision and care.
Headstones
Our headstones are crafted from ethically sourced materials like granite, marble, and Portland stone. Each design adheres to cemetery regulations while reflecting personal tributes. We offer engraving and inscription services to add meaningful details to every headstone.
Bespoke Commissions
We specialise in unique commissions, transforming client ideas into intricate memorials. Whether two-dimensional etchings or three-dimensional carvings, our team works closely with clients to ensure bespoke designs meet their expectations and emotional needs.
Memorial Inscriptions
Our inscription services include engraved letters with enamel or gold leaf, inlaid leaded letters, and raised leaded letters. We provide scaled drawings for approval before engraving, ensuring clarity and longevity of the memorial text.
Ethical Stone Sourcing
All materials are ethically sourced, complying with SEDEX standards. We use quarried stones like Nabresina marble and Portland stone, ensuring environmental responsibility while maintaining the highest quality for durable, aesthetically pleasing memorials.
People
Nick Johnson
Director
With over 40 years in the industry, Nick Johnson is a City & Guilds qualified mason and former Guild of Master Letter Carvers member. He oversees operations and often works directly on memorial production.
Helen Johnson
Financial Co-ordinator
Helen Johnson manages the company's finances and provides expert product advice. Her deep knowledge of memorials ensures clients receive tailored guidance and exceptional care throughout the process.
Jessica Johnson
Director
Jessica Johnson runs the offices and designs memorials, leveraging her experience in office management and memorial creation. She ensures efficient operations and client satisfaction across both locations.
Questions
What services does Young Johnson offer?
We specialise in memorials, headstones, bespoke commissions, and memorial inscriptions, all crafted with ethical materials and traditional techniques.
How long has Young Johnson been in business?
We have been serving the South West since 1988, with over 30 years of experience in memorial masonry.
Do you offer bespoke memorial designs?
Yes, we create custom designs based on client ideas, including two-dimensional etchings and three-dimensional carvings.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover the entire South West, from Swindon and Bristol to Plymouth and Penzance.
