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New How-To Book Pack

This is a new version of the Stone Trust How-To Book Pack with a new booklet from the DSWA. Check out the three books below:

Dry Stone Walling: A Practical Handbook by Alan Brooks & Sean Adcock

Written by Alan Brooks and Sean Adcock this is the fourth edition of this extensive handbook on dry stone walling. Often referred to as the “bible” by wallers this handbook covers every topic related to proper dry stone walling. Se

Dry Stone Walling: Techniques & Traditions by DSWA-GB

This book is an approachable and fascinating look at the traditional craft of dry stone walling. Written in plain language, it offers a practical guide to the techniques used in different parts of the country and gives background detail which explains the simple principles involved and shows why walls have developed in their own characteristic ways. It provides and excellent mix of basic how-to information, variations from around the UK, and historical information. It also includes an appendix with information on the dry stone wall certification program. Published 2004 by The Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain.

Building & Repairing Dry Stone Walls by Richard Tufnell, published by the DSWA-GB

This popular publication gives basic information on construction of dry stone walls (double-style). Written as a beginner’s guide, useful to all and an inexpensive “starter” book.

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