Posted on 24th October 2025
If you're seeking a natural stone walling solution that pairs traditional British craftsmanship with modern versatility, South Lakeland Blue Slate Walling from Stone & Surfaces Direct is a refined and reliable choice. Quarried in the southern Lake District, this blue-grey slate offers durability, visual depth, and a connection to one of the UK’s most iconic stone landscapes. Ideal for landscaping, architectural detailing, and interior design, it combines heritage with hardwearing performance.
Sourced from Kirkby Moor near Kirkby-in-Furness, this slate is part of a centuries-old tradition of stonework in Cumbria. The same high-density rock historically used for Lake District roofing now finds new life in walling, bringing genuine character and British provenance to modern builds.
Each stone presents a blend of blue and grey hues, enhanced with rustic browns that add warmth and organic variation. The mixed random, weathered finish creates a natural look, while carefully selected flat faces and consistent depths make installation straightforward and visually cohesive.
Every wall built with South Lakeland Slate reflects the landscape it came from - timeless, textured, and inherently elegant.
Thanks to its resilience and refined look, this slate is suitable for a wide range of external and internal applications:
Garden Walls & Boundaries
Build distinctive dry stone or mortared walls that harmonise with surrounding greenery and planting schemes.
Exterior Facades & Cladding
Add architectural depth and authenticity to buildings, whether you're restoring a heritage property or designing a new build.
Interior Feature Walls
The mini mixed random format is perfect for statement features around fireplaces, entranceways, or open-plan spaces.
Architectural Details & Quoins
Use matching quoin stones for corners, returns, and transitions to complete the design with precision.
Originally used as roofing slate, this material is naturally equipped to handle rain, frost, and temperature changes. Its low porosity and high density ensure longevity in exposed outdoor environments - a true investment in structural integrity.
The slate’s layered blue-grey colour palette, subtle tonal variations, and aged surface texture create a striking visual effect. Every piece contributes to a wall that feels rich in history yet fresh in appearance.
Stone & Surfaces Direct works directly with quarries, ensuring traceability and ethical sourcing. By removing middlemen, we reduce environmental impact and pass value directly to customers.
Slate’s natural strength means minimal upkeep is required. It retains its colour and structural properties over time, delivering both aesthetic and practical value to residential and commercial projects.
Whether you’re working on a garden design or architectural project, South Lakeland Blue Slate offers creative potential:
Rustic Garden Walls
Combine with natural slate paving or chippings to create a cohesive scheme. Use soft landscaping elements like ornamental grasses or climbing plants for contrast.
Contemporary Outdoor Features
Create structured, modern spaces using slate as a backdrop for patios, water features or outdoor kitchens. Accent with warm lighting to enhance the depth of colour.
Indoor Feature Walls
Use the mini format for texture-rich walls in entrance halls, kitchens, or behind wood-burning stoves. Pair with natural oak, muted paints, and metal finishes for a refined look.
Farmhouse or Barn Conversions
Use full walling and quoin stones to restore period properties or blend new extensions seamlessly into rural surroundings.
We offer several popular formats of South Lakeland Blue Slate Walling:
Mixed Random Weathered Walling
Approx. £126.00/m² incl. VAT (urban bag) - ideal for traditional or dry stone wall builds.
Mini Mixed Random Walling
Approx. £125.05/m² incl. VAT, or £594 per bulk bag - suited to interiors or tighter coursing.
Blue Slate Walling Quoins
Available for corner detailing and architectural edges.
Product pages offer full technical specifications, coverage details and imagery to support decision-making.
As a direct-from-quarry supplier, Stone & Surfaces Direct provides nationwide delivery on all walling stone orders.
Kerbside Delivery in pallets, crates or bulk bags depending on product.
Lead Time typically 3-4 working days, with dispatch updates by email.
Sustainable Supply Chain minimises handling and emissions.
Returns accepted within 7 days (unused, in original packaging).
Note: Always check access suitability for pallet deliveries. Ordering slightly more can help with batch consistency or future repairs.
Authentic British Slate from a region known for slate production.
Unmatched Quality at competitive prices, thanks to our quarry-direct model.
Expertly Selected materials with consistent size and finish.
Sustainable and Transparent sourcing.
Trusted UK Supplier with nationwide reach and responsive customer care.
South Lakeland Blue Slate Walling is more than a construction material, it’s a part of Britain’s geological and cultural story. With deep, natural tones and time-tested strength, this slate complements both traditional architecture and contemporary landscaping.
Whether you're an architect specifying natural stone, a landscaper shaping an outdoor space, or a homeowner planning your next project, this walling stone offers timeless appeal and enduring performance.
Explore the full range today and bring a piece of the Lake District into your next project.
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