Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Ascot Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

Englemere Sawmill, London Road, Ascot, SL5 8DG Berkshire, GB

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff always go the extra mile, always follow up on ordered and return phone calls, a joy to deal with

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I visited the ascot branch just before Christmas to source materials for my house renovation. I spoke to Wayne who showed me round and explained all the different options. He was very professional and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A big thanks the Manager Andy Bailey who found the correct timber for racking,for a shipping container thats going to Thailand. The timber had to be ISPM-15 rated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been using Lawsons ascot for many years and they have always been great. Since losing everything in a bungalow fire however they have been nothing short of outstanding. My insurance company ha... See more


Company details

  1. Lumber Store
  2. Building Materials Store
  3. Fence Supply Store

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Lawson and Son Timber Merchant was established in 1921 in North London, becoming Lawsons Whetstone Ltd in 1931. Here at Lawsons, we stock a huge range of premium and high quality fencing supplies, consisting of fence panels, fence posts, gravel boards, closeboard fencing, fencing accessories and much more. Being one of the largest timber and builder's merchant in London and the South East allows us to stock timber fencing in much larger volumes than smaller suppliers, meaning that you benefit from our range of fencing and timber products.

Family Values, Professional Service

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Lawsons is a family-owned company, established in 1921, and we pride ourselves on our customer service - whether you're a tradesman/builder or a novice DIY enthusiast.

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  • Englemere Sawmill, London Road, Ascot, SL5 8DG, Berkshire, United Kingdom

  • 01344 885451

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time here, and very pleasantly surprised

Having dealt only online with Lawson‘s Ascot, I had occasion to go to the actual site to pick up some timber. I was very impressed with my experience from the sales counter all the way through to being loaded and going home. All the staff were very friendly, helpful and efficient. Even though it looked like they were very busy, we still managed to get loaded and away in a reasonably short time. Thank you all very much.

July 7, 2025
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Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Ascot

Thank you for your review - we try to help all customers as much as we can, no matter how busy we are.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Elliot at Lawsons

Top Service from Elliot at Lawsons Ascot

Just want to say a big thanks to Elliot Young at Lawsons in Ascot. He’s been spot on with all my orders—always gets things sorted quickly and properly. Knows his stuff, easy to deal with, and actually cares about getting it right. Makes my life a lot easier when I’m busy on site. Proper helpful every time I’ve needed something. Top bloke, and a real asset to Lawsons. Cheers Elliot!

June 11, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Late delivery excuse

Placed order, given a time of between 8.00/12.00. Mid day came Nothing so rang, be with you in the next hour, at 3.00pm rang again to cancel order told , ok but would still have to pay delivery charges? Ascot then rang me to say van was very close, van arrived shortly and driver says there where no delivery in the morning due to van broken down ,did I still want to except the order. Why did ascot not mention van not working. Think they need to brush up on customers relationship.

May 13, 2025
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Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Ascot

Please accept our apologies for the poor communication. If that information was available we should have let you know the delivery would not arrive until the afternoon. We will contact the branch and investigate your complaint.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing amazing people

I have been using Lawsons ascot for many years and they have always been great. Since losing everything in a bungalow fire however they have been nothing short of outstanding. My insurance company have been terrible causing so much stress. The guys at Lawsons are Knowledgeable, extremely kind and always ready to go the extra mile to help. This has made dealing with such an awful thing slightly easier. The supplies are always top quality and exactly what was needed.
Huge thank you to all at Lawsons for helping me in such a meaningful way

May 7, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lawson @Ascot

Lawson @Ascot , I’m not a tradesman or DIY enthusiast so now very little to nothing about required fencing materials….

On entering yard I informed the yards man of my requirements and my lack of knowledge , who promptly pointed out fence panels I required size, height and colour … the shop personnel were very helpful, processed my order and were able to arrange delivery on the same day !!!

Will definitely use again 👍

January 6, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No response to short delivery

There was a short delivery of two items on a big order. I told the delivery man and asked in writing twice for the two missing items to be dropped off. I finally threatened to inform social media of their dreadful service and this is my first attempt to use Trustpilot.

UPDATE: October 20th, After informing social media and threatening to inform the Operations manger, the problem was resolved.

September 7, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

An answer to Lawsons

An answer to Lawsons, well I guess the driver would say that but what's more telling to me is after your investigation you couldn't even get my order correct in your reply.

August 6, 2024
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Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Ascot

We have offered to exchange any goods that are not fit for purpose and the Branch Manager at Ascot has offered to meet with you and let you select your materials so you can be sure they are of the specification you require. Please call or email the branch to arrange a time.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

An absolutely appalling customer service.

An absolutely appalling service.
Went in to Ascot branch and ordered goods for delivery a week in advance. Bank holiday weekend approaching so I knew it would be best to get in early and ensure my spot. Friday, delivery day, not a peep from Lawsons, had to chase up the delivery at midday, the branch said they'd check with transport and call me back. That didn't happen so I called again, this time told they were experiencing transport issues and they could get to me today it and it would be tomorrow. That's one days work lost. Saturday comes no delivery so I chase at 11am, tole we'll check with transport and call you back. No call back. I call again at 11:30am told they wouldn't be able to deliver until Tuesday after BH Monday. I always try to support local businesses but now I will have to rethink my approach.

May 24, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very Poor Customer Service from Online and Ascot Lawsons teams

The whole service experience with Lawsons, from first to last was disappointing if not to say aggravating!

We ordered and paid for an arch plus a couple of fence panels on 15th April, and were told that there may be a delay on the order as the arch was not immediately available. I was told someone would be in touch with an update on the delivery time. But it wasn’t until I chased them up several times I was finally told the whole order would be delivered on Monday 29th April.

In stayed to take possession of the delivery, but nothing turned up and there was no apology for this. When I again contacted Lawsons I was told that if I had a problem I should contact a different Lawsons in outlet Ascot, as they were now dealing with my order.

Every time since then when I have been promised someone would let me know the status of my order, no one contacted me and I had to chase up directly to find out what was going on. The staff generally unhelpful if not rude when I complained that I was not happy with over a month delay in getting what I had already paid for.
It’s not that problems occurred that is an issue for me, but how the staff deal with customers and communicate what’s happening.

Finally, on 22nd May, having been offered no help or compensation for the very poor service I cancelled the order.

May 22, 2024
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Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Ascot

I am sorry that you had a poor experience. I have spoken to the branch manager to investigate your order and expressly the poor communication. My initial enquiry has revealed that the supplier repeatedly us down by failing to deliver the goods to branch, meaning that we missed our delivery days. However, that does not excuse the poor communication. Please contact online@lawsons.co.uk to discuss how we might make the situation right.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Looked the part with trousers & shirt!

Very rude & patronising guy on the counter.I thought I had gone to the best place but will never go back or recommend them.
Is customer service dead?

May 13, 2024
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Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Ascot

I am sorry you have had a poor customer experience. Please email online@lawsons.co.uk so that we can gather information and work with the Branch Manager to make this right. Alternatively, please call the online team on 01727 226666 and we will investigate.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I would have given them a zero if I…

I would have given them a zero if I could
Very rude and insulting people
I went to buy a Trowel and I genuinely asked if they can do a little discount
He said I will give you a discount for sure and charged me the full amount and said it’s the best price to you, his colleague decided to join in and said ( Are you sure you allowed to give that much discount)
I paid and left the site and I will never go there again
I hope you guys had a good laugh after I left

April 19, 2024
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Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Ascot

I am very sorry you experienced this level of service. This is not what we expect from our staff and the Branch Manager is now dealing with this internally. However, to apologise we would like to give you a full refund on the cost of the trowel. Please email online@lawsons.co.uk or call 01727 226666 to process your refund.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service rec'd from start to…

Fantastic service rec'd from start to finish. Was a pleasure dealing with Lawson's in Ascot, thanks to Elliot Young and the delivery drivers. Good quality materials delivered and professional service received. Excellent experience.

February 6, 2024
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