Philip Blundall, founder of Avon & Cotswold, in his company polo

PHILIP BLUNDALL · FOUNDER

Commando Discipline Meets Cotswold Craftsmanship

Led by founder Philip Blundall, bringing military precision, punctuality, and immaculate site standards to residential extensions and home building across Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds.

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THE MAN BEHIND THE BUILD

Craftsmanship is only half the equation.

“When you invite a team into your home to build an extension, you need complete trust in how they operate day to day. We run our sites with commando-level standards—clean, organised, on time, and built with genuine care.”

For Philip, the standards learned as a Royal Marine Commando carry through to the way a home is built: daily punctuality, structured schedules and calm problem-solving under pressure.

That means a team that turns up, a site that stays active and direct communication with the person responsible for your project. You know who to speak to, what is happening and what comes next.

Philip Blundall in Royal Marine Commando uniform

FOUR COMMANDO PRINCIPLES ON SITE

Discipline you can see. Standards you can live with.

01

Daily Structure & Punctuality

On site promptly every working day, with a dedicated crew focused on your home until completion. Your property is left clean, secure, and tidy every evening.

02

Calm, Expert Problem-Solving

Complex structural steels and Cotswold masonry handled with precision, clear planning, and experienced specialist trades.

03

Direct, Open Communication

Speak directly with Philip throughout your project. Regular walk-throughs and clear daily updates ensure you’re always in the loop.

04

Respect for Your Family Space

Heavy-duty dust screens, protected flooring, and tidy workspaces so family life can continue smoothly alongside the build.

MASTER TRADES. LOCAL HERITAGE.

The right hands for your home.

Military discipline sets the standard for how we work. Specialist craftsmanship brings your home to life, whether it is a Stratford family kitchen-diner or a period Cotswold cottage.

Traditional Cotswold stonemasons

Natural stone, sensitive detailing and an understanding of the character that makes a cottage belong in its setting.

Cotswold stone & heritage work

Modern structural steel specialists

Carefully coordinated structural work for kitchen knock-throughs and open-plan family spaces, working to engineer-specified designs.

Kitchen extensions & knock-throughs

Building Control Sign-Off Guaranteed

Every extension is formally inspected and signed off by Building Control to full UK building regulations, with official certification for your records.

A PERSONAL APPROACH, FROM DAY ONE

Meet Philip. Talk about your home.

Share your ideas on site or send your drawings for review. A clear conversation, an informed next step, and no pressure to commit.

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