Sessile Oak Frame
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Sessile Oak Frame
We specialise in the design, crafting and construction of competitively priced traditional and contemporary green oak timber framed buildings. We use proven techniques that have been developed over many centuries by generations of craftsmen to create beautiful structures which will stand the test of time.

Our oak frames, large and small, are built to the highest standards by experienced carpenters with a passion for their craft. Works range from self-build projects to complete domestic and commercial frames - a solid oak porch, conservatory, garden or sun room, extension, roof trusses, garage, barn, outbuilding or other structure to suit your requirements and budget.Based at the border of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, we offer a skilled, affordable, friendly and flexible service throughout the UK.
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We are a small rural business based in the hamlet of Churchtown, Sebergham, at the northern border of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. Our transport connections mean we are ideally placed to provide a bespoke service throughout the area and further afield across the UK. Having worked with wood from the age of eleven, Keith Gibson has long been a creative thinker and a skilled carpenter.
Green oak framed construction is a well tested and extremely adaptable building technology. It is a method of construction which has been widely used in the UK and throughout Europe for many centuries. A green oak frame will typically form the major structural component of a building, roof or extension.
The main purpose of any design is to create a sound structure and there is a wide variety of frame styles that can be applied to almost any given site or budget. These range from simple post and beam lean-to extensions to complex multi-plane arch and sling braced trussed frames, allowing considerable scope for creativity and visual impact - in other words, the WOW! factor.
Having visited the site on at least one occasion, points of access for timber, plant and equipment will already have been established. The timbers are unloaded and stacked as close as practicable to the build area. The first parts of the frame are installed relative to established setting out points, ready for the next layer of timbers.
There are many types green oak frames. A very versatile material, it allows a great deal of creativity in design, which may vary according to both aesthetic preference and structural requirements. We take pride in the quality of our green oak frames, from the smallest porch to the largest extension or outbuilding.
Reviews (8)
Esther Neate
Esther Neate
Aug 06, 2019
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Sessile oak designed and crafted our green oak veranda. The craftsmanship is awesome, something that is hard to find these days. His design for a difficult location was excellent, and he took the time to visit the site twice to ensure it was what we wanted, and that it would fit the space. I rarely review anything, but the quality of this work is a worthwhile exception. I would highly recommend and definitely use again.
Julie Hortulanus Redford
Julie Hortulanus Redford
Aug 15, 2018
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A wonderful business with polite, friendly, honest staff. Highly recommended.
Ellie Baldwin
Ellie Baldwin
Feb 03, 2017
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Innovative and imaginative design, sublime carpentry. Can carve a bit too! Some Very Special Talents.
Jason Rome
Jason Rome
Jan 12, 2016
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Stunning craftsmanship from a fine craftsman, it doesn't get better than this!
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Reflecta Reflecta Signs & Reflecta Window Films
Oct 23, 2015
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Always fantastic to see a true craftsman in action with great attention to detail from initial planning to construction.
Andrew Tapner
Andrew Tapner
Oct 13, 2015
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Amazing carpentry work for architecture and sculptures. I would definitely recommend - five stars from me.
Donald Gibson
Donald Gibson
Aug 15, 2015
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I'm constantly impressed by your skill and reminded of it each time I look at the beautiful tray you made for us.
Badger
Badger
Jul 24, 2015
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Craftmanship of the highest order and knowledge to boot.
Just superb.