After over 200 years, and at least 6 generations (there are no records further back), what does the future hold for this established thatching family tradition? Well, Paul – my cousin – has 3 sons that may carry on the family name in the industry, and today I am proud to announce my fisrt son.

Samuel Robert Shelley, born 2nd February 2015 at a whopping 9lb 5oz may one day join his father at the top of a newly thatched roof, and no one would be happier than me.