Marshalls plc, the building products, roofing and landscaping manufacturer saw trading for the first four months of 2026 broadly in line with expectations with Group revenue at £205 m (2025: £207 m), down 1% year-on-year. The Group is responding in a disciplined way to cost inflation arising from the war …
Read More »Creating Outdoor Retreats for Year-Round Enjoyment
Outdoor areas are now expected to remain usable throughout the year. Across the UK, developers increasingly prioritise durability, effective drainage and low-maintenance finishes that withstand prolonged rain and temperature changes. Natural turf often struggles in these conditions, leading to mud, surface wear and inconsistent growth. Artificial grass provides a stable …
Read More »Travis Perkins launches new landscaping brochure
Travis Perkins has marked the start of the 2026 landscaping season by launching a new brochure to help showcase its new extended range, its first landscaping brochure since 2019. The brochure, also available digitally via the Travis Perkins website, features more than 2,000 products from 30 suppliers across 200 pages …
Read More »Bullard to front Jewson landscaping campaign
Footballer and TV personality Jimmy Bullard is set to front a new landscaping campaign by Jewson. The former Fulham FC, Hull City and Ipswich Town player will portray a high-energy landscaping ‘coach’, set out to show employees, trade customers and aspiring DIY landscapers that with Jewson products and services, landscaping …
Read More »Marshalls appoints new CEO
Manufacturer Marshalls has announces the appointment of Simon Bourne as CEO with immediate effect. Bourne has been with the Group for more than 10 years in a variety of senior operational and commercial roles, and has been a full member of the Board since 2022. Bourne said: “I am …
Read More »Beesley & Fildes opens new dedicated Landscaping Centre in Chester
Beesley & Fildes Ltd has announced the official opening of its new Landscaping Centre in Mickle Trafford, Chester. The centre offers a range of premium materials, expert advice and displays from suppliers including Digby Stone, Pastorelli, Kilsaran, Marshalls, Addagrip, Whitakers Garden Centre, ACO and more. James Beesley, commercial director of …
Read More »Marshalls sees return to growth
Landscaping and building products manufacturer Marshalls, saw growth inch ahead by 4% for the four months to 30 April 2025, according to a trading statement issued ahead of its Annual General Meeting, at 11.00am today (14 May). Revenue was £207m (2024: £199m), although Landscaping Products revenue contracted by 3% year-on-year to …
Read More »Talasey makes Young managing director
Talasey has appointed Lisa Young to the newly created role of managing director. Young brings more than ten years’ experience in the merchant industry, having previously had a five-year spell as commercial director at Jewson, and, most recently, serving as European group category director at Stark Group. Young said: “I …
Read More »IBMG unveils landscaping brochure
The build brands of Independent Builders Merchant Group have launched a new, comprehensive landscaping brochure, designed to inspire homeowners and landscape enthusiasts, regardless of size or budget. The guide brings together a curated selection of premium landscaping products from brands such as Digby Stone, Day Group, Brett Landscaping, Nexus, and …
Read More »Marshalls results show ‘resilience’ despite revenue drop
Landscaping and building products manufacturer Marshalls has reported reduced revenue of £619.2m from £671.2m for the year ended December 31 2024, and an adjusted profit before tax of £52.2m, compared to £53.3m in 2023. Chief executive Matt Pullen described the Elland-headquartered group’s performance as having “shown resilience in challenging markets”, …
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