Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Bespoke Joinery & Carpentry Services in Derbyshire
Greenhill Joinery has been crafting exceptional joinery solutions for over 25 years, serving clients across Derbyshire Dales, Peak District, and surrounding areas. Established in 1998 by Chris Ellis, our family-run business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver bespoke wooden products tailored to conservation areas and listed buildings. Specialising in heritage windows, slimline double-glazed units, handmade kitchens, and intricate staircases, we prioritise quality materials like oak and ash to ensure durability and aesthetic appeal. Our expertise extends to new builds, renovations, and barn conversions, where we integrate reclaimed materials and traditional methods to preserve architectural integrity.With a dedicated workshop in Wirksworth, we offer comprehensive services from design to installation, supported by a team committed to excellence and environmental stewardship. Our portfolio includes complex projects such as limestone house construction and sympathetic barn restorations, reflecting our deep understanding of historical and contemporary joinery needs. By maintaining a hands-on approach and focusing on client collaboration, we ensure every project meets exact specifications while adhering to planning regulations. Our reputation for reliability and precision has been built through decades of delivering custom solutions that harmonise with both natural and built environments.
Services
Bespoke Kitchens
Heritage Windows
Staircases
Roof Trusses
Barn Conversions
Conservation Joinery
External Joinery
Fitted Furniture
Loft Conversions
Wooden Gates
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in traditional joinery and carpentry.
- Our team uses both heritage techniques and modern machinery for precision.
- Specialists in conservation areas with planning regulation expertise.
- Family-run business offering fully customised, handcrafted wooden products.
- Comprehensive service from design to installation for new builds and restorations.
Services
Bespoke Kitchens
Handmade solid wood kitchens crafted to order using oak, ash, and other hardwoods. Available in modern or shaker styles with hand-painted or natural oil finishes. Designed for durability and aesthetic appeal in both fitted and free-standing configurations.
Heritage Windows
Slimline double-glazed units tailored for listed buildings and conservation areas. Manufactured using traditional techniques to meet planning regulations while maintaining historical accuracy and thermal efficiency.
Staircases
Bespoke staircase design and installation featuring traditional balustrades, handrails, and bespoke timber finishes. Suitable for new builds, renovations, and period properties requiring exacting craftsmanship.
Barn Conversions
Sympathetic conversion of historic barns into residential dwellings. Includes roof repairs, replication of original trusses, and integration of modern amenities while preserving architectural heritage.
Roof Trusses
Custom-manufactured roof trusses using traditional joinery methods. Designed for new builds and restoration projects requiring structural integrity and historical accuracy in timber-framed constructions.
People
Chris Ellis
Owner & Lead Carpenter
With over 25 years in the building trade, Chris established Greenhill Joinery in 1998. He specialises in traditional joinery techniques and has led complex projects including limestone house construction and barn conversions.
Robin Ellis
Joiner
Chris's son Robin is a skilled joiner, contributing to projects like barn owl box installations and onsite fitting. He represents the next generation of craftsmanship in the family-run business.
Questions
Do you specialise in conservation area projects?
Yes, we create heritage-compliant windows, doors, and joinery tailored to planning regulations for listed buildings in Derbyshire Dales and Peak District.
Can you manufacture bespoke wooden kitchens?
We handcraft solid wood kitchens using oak, ash, and other timbers, offering custom designs with hand-painted or natural oil finishes.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across Derbyshire Dales, Peak District, Matlock, Bakewell, Ashbourne, Chesterfield, Amber Valley, and surrounding regions.
Do you handle barn conversions?
Yes, we undertake sympathetic restorations including roof repairs, truss replication, and modernisation of historic barns into residential spaces.
Are your joinery products made on-site?
All items are manufactured in our Wirksworth workshop using traditional and modern machinery for precision and quality control.
How long has Greenhill Joinery been established?
We've been providing bespoke joinery services since 1998, with over 25 years of combined experience in traditional carpentry methods.
