Bespoke Timber heritage Doors Northumberland

We design, install, and manufacture spectacular handcrafted heritage timber doors that complement the existing splendour of your home and fulfil the strictest of planning requirements.
Period timber doors that add the perfect finishing touch to your home
When you own a listed building or home in a conservation area, you need to make sure any new doors adhere to planning and building guidelines.
We have years of experience designing and creating heritage doors that meet standards and make your home eco-friendly, all while maintaining the charm of your home.
From Measurement to Installation in Four Simple Steps
1. Measure
One of our friendly specialists will come to your property and measure up for your brand-new timber heritage doors.
2. Design
We’ll get to work designing your new heritage doors, taking your thoughts, building style, and hardware choices into consideration.
3. build
Once you’re 100% happy with the design, we’ll create your bespoke timber heritage doors at our workshop in Northumberland using the highest quality materials.
4. installation
We’ll install your heritage doors at a date and time convenient to you, quickly, efficiently, and with no disruption.
A Gorgeous Selection of Timbers and Finishes
We offer a beautiful range of hardwoods and softwoods in various finishes and will help you choose the perfect match for your new custom made doors.
We’re also a trained user of Accoya Wood® – an eco-friendly, durable timber resistant to rot, insects, and decay
We'll Manage Your Heritage Door Project From Start to Finish
We’ll measure, design, build, and install your heritage door, as well as help you navigate the planning and building regulation process.
Whether you want a new front door or all the doors in your property replacing, we’re here to help.
FSC
Certified
We only use FSC certified wood from sustainable-managed forests. The timber in your doors and windows is ethically sourced and keeps our forests flourishing.
UK
Manufactured
We manufacture all of our timber doors and windows at our workshop in Northumberland. We craft every one of our bespoke joinery products with exceptional attention to detail.
Made to
measure
Each of our windows and doors is customised to fit your specific measurements, meaning a perfect fit.
premium
timber
We only use the highest-quality timber products, ensuring your doors and windows look superb and stand the test of time.
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See how we’ve helped people across the North East transform their homes with our bespoke heritage timber doors.
Frequently Asked questions
What is a heritage timber door?
A heritage timber do is a door designed to preserve the original character (e.g. Georgian, Edwardian, Victorian) of an older property.
While this door looks like the original, it has modern benefits like double glazing and improved security.
What are the planning regulations surrounding heritage timber doors?
As a general rule of thumb, you need to ensure your doors get replaced on a ‘like-for-like’ basis.
Planning regulations are stricter for listed buildings than period properties and buildings in conservation areas.
The exact regulations can vary depending on the area you’re in – if in doubt, we recommend getting in touch with your local planning department.
We can help you through the process, letting you know if you need to get consent and ensuring your new heritage timber doors comply with regulations.
How long do timber doors last?
A fantastic benefit of timber doors (especially if you use a hardwood like oak or a modified wood like Accoya) is that they’re hard-wearing and very durable.
A high-quality, well-maintained door can last 60 years or even longer.
How much do bespoke timber heritage doors cost?
It depends on the wood you choose and the complexity of the door. Heritage timber doors are typically more expensive than standard doors as they can be more ornate, plus you have to take planning costs into account.
However as they last so long they provide a great return on investment. We’re happy to offer a free quote – get in touch with our friendly team to find out more.
EXCELLENT Based on 34 reviews SSurash20/08/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Neil and his team have recently replaced most of our windows and doors. From the design stage through to completion they have been helpful throughout. Their team who fitted the doors and windows were brilliant and did a great job! Would thoroughly recommend them! Andrew Bell03/07/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Totally fantastic and professional service from start to finish and beyond. Neil is brilliant and provided a full quote, our door was made exactly to specification fully painted with all parts included for. The door was fitted all in one day with no fuss. Beyond this we have had fantastic after service where Neil has come out at a moments notice. Couldn't recommend them any more enthusiastically. Alan Haddick12/06/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We bought an old chapel that had been used as an hostel and was very neglected. We have a long way to go but thanks to Ochiltree we have a magnificent front door. We gave them clear instructions on what we wanted and they exceeded our expectations. To add to that, everyone at Ochiltree was very professional and highly skilled in what they do. Ed Jones11/06/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ochiltree replaced the rotten wooden, single glazed windows in the bedrooms and attic of our period property with matching style double glazed Acoya windows and we are delighted with the results. During the quotation, Neil listened to our requirements and presented us with several good options. We were slightly worried about the fitting of the bathroom and attic windows as access was not straight forward but this wasn't an issue for the Ochiltree team who were able to complete the job without any fuss. The fitters Jonny and Andy were real grafters and were careful and considerate around the house and were happy to discuss matters as the work progressed. The windows have made such a big difference to the look and feel of the house. I would happily recommend Ochiltree to anyone; their costs are competitive and the quality of their workmanship and service is excellent. David Jones11/05/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had 3 external doors and 2 windows replaced by Ochiltree. Our house is an old farmhouse so the dimensions are unusual. Neil and his team did a great job. Every stage was handled professionally and with a smile. The quality of the work is exceptional. Every stage was bespoke, including matching the height of the cat flap to the old door (they are fussy). We are very happy and so are the cats! Will Scott29/04/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ochiltree provided us with new exterior doors and windows to the highest standard of workmanship and service. Absolutely delighted with the outcome. Lottie Watkinson07/02/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are delighted with our new front door from Ochiltree Joinery! It replaced a door which was rotting, draughty and leaking, and we are so pleased to have a solid, watertight door with glazing to give much more light. The quality of workmanship is outstanding and the finish is perfect. Neil is friendly and communicative and the team who came to fit the door were professional and tidy. We’re so happy to have a watertight, draught proof double glazed front door. It was by no means cheap but the door has transformed our cottage, inside and out, and you definitely get what you pay for (in a good way!) with Ochiltree. Highly recommended. Neil Trodden16/10/2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We bought a 1930s house which had a nice wide wooden door - with drafts blowing through it, single lock, plain single-glazed glass with no privacy. Poor security, and it was twisted in the frame. We looked for a company online to fit a new door but your typical composite door looked horrible and other companies are out there who will fit an engineered wooden door but it was always a case of "pick from these options" and for the price, you really want what YOU want. Ochitree made it simple - you can have exactly what you want. So we sketched out our idea, a little back and forth with Neil and we settled on a design. The helped match the glass on our side window perfectly, we got the exact colour we wanted and most importantly when they sketched up the initial mock-up, made some recommendations about scale so it looked in proportion. The fitters were the best I've ever had for any installation. The door is perfect and when they left, I didn't have to so much as wipe a surface down. This door is perfect and it'll outlast us. My Dog Barber04/10/2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the first enquiry call I knew Ochiltree Bespoke Joinery were going to be great and they didn't disappoint, every aspect of the project from planning to installation was effortless. The quality of their work is outstanding with every detail well considered. We couldn't be happier and look forward to working with Ochiltree again.
start my project
1. say hi
Fill out our contact form and a member of the team will be in touch. Alternatively, give us a call on 01434 609361 or email us at info@ochiltreewindows.co.uk.
2. time to measure up
We’ll pop over to measure up and discuss your project, presenting you with the best solution for your project and our range of timbers.
3. design & Build
Time to take your vision into our workshop and craft your beautiful timber windows & doors!Â
4. installation
The bit we’ve all been waiting for. We’ll head back with your bespoke items ready to have them fitted by our expert team.