WELCOME to
Gray's
Stone Carving Studio

Helping clients to create bespoke hand crafted memorials and lettering

Bespoke memorials, Inscriptions & stone carving courses, near Salisbury, Wiltshire

Specialising in the design and production of hand carved memorials and inscriptions, and we teach stone-carving.


All commissions are hand carved, and we work with you collaboratively to make an appropriate and meaningful commemoration. Offering our skills to design, make and install unique and distinctive memorials and inscriptions, suitable for individuals and organisations.  Based near Salisbury, Wiltshire, for over 30 years, our studio is located in Bowerchalke in the Chalke Valley. It is a light and spacious place in which to work on bespoke commissions and to teach.

OUR MEMORIAL & STONEWORK SERVICES


BESPOKE MEMORIALS AND
INSCRIPTIONS IN STONE

BESPOKE MEMORIALS AND
INSCRIPTIONS IN STONE


We work with bereaved families to make a fitting memorial. We have no catalogue, so we create a design representing and celebrating the life of the deceased with you. Uniquely, you can be involved in the design work and, if desired/practical, with the carving of the memorial itself.

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STONE CARVING CLASSES
AND TUITION

STONE CARVING CLASSES
AND TUITION


Our term time and weekend classes are for all abilities in a warm, supportive environment. Complete beginners will be guided through the whole process, taught good working practice, tool handling and the basic stone carving techniques. The emphasis for those with some experience will be on improving their technique.

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LET’S HAVE A CONVERSATION


Whether you’re enquiring about a memorial, booking a carving course, or exploring a custom commission, we’d love to hear from you.

Some people come to us with clear ideas, others aren’t sure where to begin. Either way is fine. We’ll take the time to listen and guide you through what’s possible.

Either email us on the link below, or give us a call.

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LATEST NEWS

What you can learn in a stone carving class (in just one day!)


26th July 2025
If you're looking for a stone carving class in Salisbury or southern England, look no further. We teach complete beginners, returning studio regulars, and even professional stone carvers who leave with work that’s their own, and a better understanding of…
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The Platinum Jubilee Breadstone in Great Wishford


19th September 2024
As a family-owned stone carving studio, we’ve had the unique privilege of leaving lasting marks on nearby landscapes and communities. Our latest commission—carving the "breadstone" for the parish churchyard in Great Wishford—has been a particularly special journey.
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August Newsletter 2024


7th August 2024
August is here, so our classes are on a summer break; that doesn't mean life is slowing down though! Our have-a-go sessions will be available on a first come, first, serve basis at the Chalke Valley Village Fete on August…
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What people Think


Just a note to thank you for our 'have a go' session today. We really enjoyed it and are feeling quite proud of our pieces and have and ever greater admiration for your craft. We appreciated the opportunity... and your patience!

Wendy & Ian
Have a Go students' testimonial

Just a note to thank you for our ‘have a go’ session today.

We really enjoyed it and are feeling quite proud of our pieces and have and ever greater admiration for your craft.

We appreciated the opportunity… and your patience!


Wendy & Ian
Have a Go students' testimonial

Beautiful work from lovely people.

Beautiful work from lovely people.


Andrew Hall
Memorial Testimonial

Grays Stone Carving Studio did an amazing job on our house sign. The entire process, from planning ...

Grays Stone Carving Studio did an amazing job on our house sign. The entire process, from planning to execution, went perfectly. We loved the result. I can highly recommend their services.


James McDonaugh
Commission Testimonial

We had a fantastic day as a family celebrating a milestone birthday. Henry is a very accomplished ...

We had a fantastic day as a family celebrating a milestone birthday. Henry is a very accomplished teacher and we each came away with a beautiful carving, lasting memories and full stomachs (the homemade lunch and cake were wonderful).


Michael Boardman
Course Testimonial

Great family stone carving day. Well guided with just the right level of intervention for each ...

Great family stone carving day. Well guided with just the right level of intervention for each participant. Surprising how much we were able to achieve in the day alongside the interesting conversations and wholesome food. Highly recommended.


Jim Boardman
Course Testimonial