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Clipsham Limestone - Raw Block stone

Clipsham limestone is a Jurassic oolitic limestone characterised by its exceptional durability and resistance to pollution, making it a preferred choice in construction and restoration projects. This sedimentary rock has been utilised for centuries predominantly along the Oolithic limestone belt, stretching from Lincolnshire to Oxford, and remains the most specified stone in the architecture of the prestigious Oxford and Cambridge colleges. Due to its aesthetic compatibility with many historic structures across England, Clipsham limestone is often selected for restoration endeavours. Notable restoration projects include significant national landmarks such as the Palace of Westminster and Windsor Castle. Geologically, Clipsham limestone is recognised as one of the hardest of the English Jurassic limestones. It is typically encountered in hues of light brown or cream, with varying inclusions of shell fragments and ooliths—microstructures composed of concentric layers of calcium carbonate. The lithology is largely derived from the skeletal remains of marine organisms, including molluscs, corals, and foraminifera, contributing to its overall composition and structural integrity.
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Manufacturer
Stamford Stone Company Ltd
Published date
01 Oct 2025
Product Sector
Construction product
EPD number
HUB-3838
Country
United kingdom
Expiry date
30 Sep 2030

EPD details

Product sector
Construction product
EPD category
Third party verified EPD (5 years)
Averaging type
No averaging
Scope
Cradle to gate with options, A4-A5, and modules C1-C4 and D
Reference standard
EN 15804+A2:2019
PCR
EPD Hub Core PCR 1.2
cPCR
Not provided

Manufacturer information

Name
Stamford Stone Company Ltd
Address
Swaddywell Quarry, Stamford Rd, Helpston, PE6 7EL
Email
info@stamfordstone.co.uk
Website
www.stamfordstone.co.uk

Verification details

EPD author
Stamford Stone Company Ltd
Verifier
Sarah Curpen
Declaration status
Verified

Environmental impacts

Declared unit
1 tonne
Mass per unit
1000.0 kg