Cragside is a Victorian country house in Rothbury, Northumberland, designed by architect Norman Shaw and built for industrialist William Armstrong between 1863 and 1895. It was the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectric power. It is a Grade I listed building and Scheduled Monument, managed by the National Trust and open to visitors.

What architectural style is Cragside?

Cragside is built in the Old English or Arts and Crafts style, with a dramatic multi-gabled silhouette set into a rocky hillside in Northumberland. The design by Norman Shaw features extensive timber framing, ornate brickwork, and complex rooflines requiring a substantial cast iron rainwater system.

What rainwater systems are appropriate for Victorian country houses like Cragside?

Victorian country houses typically feature cast iron gutters, downpipes, and ornamental hopper heads integral to the architectural character of the building. For complex multi-gabled rooflines, large-capacity cast iron profiles and bespoke castings are often required. Tuscan Foundry Products supplies heritage cast iron for National Trust and similar projects — call 0333 987 4452.

Does Tuscan Foundry supply cast iron guttering for Northumberland properties?

Yes. Tuscan Foundry Products supplies cast iron rainwater systems for listed and period buildings throughout Northumberland, including Victorian country houses, estate buildings, and ecclesiastical properties. Call 0333 987 4452 or email info@tuscanfoundry.com to discuss your project.

What cast iron guttering is appropriate for a period property in Kent?

Period properties in Kent typically feature Half Round or Ogee cast iron gutters depending on the building's age and style. Georgian and early Victorian properties commonly have Ogee profile; later Victorian and Edwardian properties often feature Half Round. Tuscan Foundry Products can advise on the most appropriate choice for your Kent property — call 0333 987 4452.

Do listed properties in Kent need cast iron guttering?

Listed buildings in Kent are required to maintain the character of the original building. Replacing cast iron guttering with uPVC is likely to require Listed Building Consent and is unlikely to be approved by Kent conservation officers. Like-for-like replacement in cast iron does not normally require consent. Tuscan Foundry Products supplies cast iron guttering for listed properties throughout Kent.

Does Tuscan Foundry deliver cast iron guttering to Kent?

Yes. Tuscan Foundry Products delivers cast iron gutters, downpipes, hoppers, and fittings to locations throughout Kent. We supply architects, conservation contractors, and private clients on listed and period buildings across the county. Call 0333 987 4452 or email info@tuscanfoundry.com to discuss your project.

What is a quinquennial inspection?

A quinquennial inspection is a mandatory five-yearly condition survey of a Church of England church, carried out by an approved architect or chartered building surveyor. It assesses the condition of all elements including the roof, rainwater drainage, walls, windows, and fittings, and produces a prioritised schedule of repairs.

What type of guttering is appropriate for a historic church?

Cast iron gutters and downpipes are the appropriate and most commonly specified rainwater system for historic churches. They match original drainage systems on Victorian, Georgian, and earlier ecclesiastical buildings, comply with BS 460:2002, and are acceptable to Diocesan Advisory Committees and conservation officers. Tuscan Foundry Products supplies cast iron church drainage systems — call 0333 987 4452 for guidance.

Does replacing church guttering require a faculty?

Replacing guttering like-for-like in the same material on a Church of England church typically falls within List A or List B of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015 and may not require a full faculty. Any change of material is likely to require a faculty. Always check with the Diocesan Advisory Committee before proceeding.

How long do cast iron gutters last on a church?

Cast iron gutters correctly installed, painted, and maintained can last in excess of 100 years on a church building. Regular repainting every 7-10 years and prompt attention to joint failures are the key maintenance tasks. Linseed oil paint is increasingly used on ecclesiastical buildings as a period-appropriate and durable finish.

Can Tuscan Foundry supply large-capacity gutters for churches?

Yes. Tuscan Foundry Products stocks large-capacity cast iron gutter profiles appropriate for the wide roof spans of churches, including Deep Half Round and Large Sand Cast profiles. Bespoke profiles are available where the original section is non-standard. Contact us on 0333 987 4452.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

What are large sand cast cast iron gutters?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are heritage rainwater profiles manufactured by the traditional sand casting process in sizes significantly larger than standard stock ranges. They are produced for buildings where standard gutter profiles — typically up to 150mm — are insufficient for the roof area, drainage load, or where the specific historic profile of the building must be matched for conservation accuracy. Profiles include large deep half round, moulded ogee, deep ogee, railway pattern, and box gutter sections. Tuscan Foundry Products has been casting these profiles since 1893.

Who are large sand cast gutters suitable for?

Large sand cast cast iron gutters are suited to country houses, major civic buildings, cathedrals and large churches, Victorian institutional buildings, railway heritage sites, industrial heritage buildings, and estate architecture. They are specified where a standard stock gutter is too small for the drainage requirement, or where a listed building or conservation area project requires a like-for-like match to the original historic profile in a size that standard ranges do not provide.

How do I order a large sand cast cast iron gutter from Tuscan Foundry Products?

Large sand cast gutters are produced to order and are priced on application. Lead times are typically 8–10 weeks from order confirmation. Contact Tuscan Foundry Products on 0333 987 4452 to discuss your profile, sizes, fittings requirements, and project timeline. A site survey may be recommended for complex conservation projects where profile matching is critical.

6G46 Cast Iron G46 Moulded Ogee Gutter 1829mm

Size/Finish	Primer 125mm x 100mm, Primer 150mm x 100mm, Black 125mm x 100mm, Black 150mm x 100mm

How do I get a price for a cast iron hopper head?

Select your required size and finish options from the product page and add to cart for an instant price. For project quantities, bespoke requirements, or any specification queries, please call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form at tuscanfoundry.com.

What pipe connection sizes does the Rectangular Box Hopper Head Plain No.46 accept?

The H460 accepts round pipe connections in 65mm, 75mm, and 100mm diameters. Square pipe connections are available in 75×75mm, 100×100mm, and 125×125mm. Rectangular connections include 100×75mm, 125×100mm, and 150×100mm options. Connection type is selected at the point of order.

How do I get a price for a cast iron hopper head?

Do you sell or make ogee guttering as we have a round double bay turrett style roof to our victorian house.

We do offer a range of Ogee patterned gutters in both straight and radius profiles. The straight profiles are much more common and as such cost less.

We are looking to install a new heating system into a Georgian farmhouse and would like to know whether we would be better installing tubular steel column radiators or traditional cast iron radiators.

We are looking to install a new heating system into a Georgian farmhouse and would like to know whether we would be better installing tubular steel column radiators or traditional cast iron radiators.

Cast iron radiators cost no more to run than modern steel or aluminium radiators. Cast iron is a very efficient material at emitting heat, thus you have items like le creuset cast iron pans. Cast iron holds it’s heat extremly well, which means that the radiators stay warm for longer.

How do I order a rooflight opener handle?

Rooflight opener handles can be ordered directly through tuscanfoundry.com. For volume orders or project-specific queries, please call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form on our website.

Is a chrome rooflight opener compatible with Lumen Rooflights?

Yes. Both the satin and polished chrome telescopic rooflight hand winder openers are compatible with Lumen Rooflights and most timber-framed skylights. Call 0333 987 4452 if you need to confirm compatibility with a specific model.

Is a brass rooflight opener suitable for use on a listed building?

Yes. A polished brass finish is historically appropriate for period buildings and is generally acceptable to conservation officers for listed building projects. If you are unsure about the specification requirements for your project, we are happy to advise — call 0333 987 4452.

Is a cast iron hopper head suitable for use on a listed building?

Yes. Cast iron rainwater goods are widely accepted by conservation officers and historic environment bodies as the appropriate material for listed buildings. Tuscan Foundry's hopper heads are manufactured in solid cast iron to BS 460 specification and are suitable for all listed building grades. A linseed oil paint finish is also available, which is particularly appropriate for conservation projects.

What building types is the Iron Works Hit & Miss Vent in Polished Brass suited to?

The Polished Brass finish suits buildings where brass metalwork was standard — formal Victorian terrace housing, civic and institutional buildings, and high-quality estate architecture. It is appropriate on listed buildings and conservation properties where the wider ironmongery specification is in brass and a matching material is required.

H16 Moulded Gutter 1829mm

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How do I get a price for a cast iron hopper head?

What pipe connection sizes does the Rectangular Box Hopper Head Plain No.46 accept?

How do I get a price for a cast iron hopper head?

Do you sell or make ogee guttering as we have a round double bay turrett style roof to our victorian house.

We are looking to install a new heating system into a Georgian farmhouse and would like to know whether we would be better installing tubular steel column radiators or traditional cast iron radiators.

How do I order a rooflight opener handle?

Is a chrome rooflight opener compatible with Lumen Rooflights?

Is a brass rooflight opener suitable for use on a listed building?

Is a cast iron hopper head suitable for use on a listed building?

What building types is the Iron Works Hit & Miss Vent in Polished Brass suited to?

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H16 Moulded Gutter 1829mm

Additional information

FAQ Categories

How do I get a price for a cast iron hopper head?

What pipe connection sizes does the Rectangular Box Hopper Head Plain No.46 accept?

How do I get a price for a cast iron hopper head?

Do you sell or make ogee guttering as we have a round double bay turrett style roof to our victorian house.

We are looking to install a new heating system into a Georgian farmhouse and would like to know whether we would be better installing tubular steel column radiators or traditional cast iron radiators.

How do I order a rooflight opener handle?

Is a chrome rooflight opener compatible with Lumen Rooflights?

Is a brass rooflight opener suitable for use on a listed building?

Is a cast iron hopper head suitable for use on a listed building?

What building types is the Iron Works Hit & Miss Vent in Polished Brass suited to?

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