The name “Haddenham” is derived from the Old English Hǣdanhām, “Hǣda’s Homestead” or, perhaps Hǣdingahām, “the home of the Hadding tribe”. It is possible that the first villagers were members of the Hadding tribe from Haddenham in Cambridgeshire.
Haddenham is one of only three “wycheert” villages” in England. Wychert is a method of building with a white clay mixed with straw to make walls and buildings, which are then thatched or topped with red clay tiles.
Haddenham used to have several more pubs than today. The Anchor and the Eight Bells at Church End are now private houses. The Waggon and Horses in High Street was converted into the Peking Rendezvous Chinese restaurant, but closed in 2013. The Red Lion in Church End also closed in 2013.
Haddenham has been the setting for a number of television programmes includin Jeeves and Wooster, and eight episodes of Midsomeer Murders. The village appears in the second Muppet film, The Great Muppet Caper. Most recently Church End has bee used as a backcloth for Lady Penelope and her trusty chauffeur Parker in a Halifax Ad and for the TV series ‘Pennyworth’, exploring the life of Batman’s Butler, Alfred, in 1960s England.
Quality craftsmanship and thatched roof materials
Premier Master Thatchers are trusted in Haddenham for our quality thatching services. With more than 20 years experience, we’re ready and equipped to beautifully repair or maintain your roof, whether your property is large, small or a listed building. We offer exceptional customer service, free site quotations and friendly, honest advice. And as members of the prestigious Guild of Straw Craftsmen you can be sure our work is of the highest standard.
Contact us today for a free site survey or for details of our thatching reports service.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
“Any fool can write a book and most of them are doing it; but it takes brains to build a house.”
— Pamela, MK6We have been thoroughly pleased with the quality of the work and also the reliability and friendliness of these guys. I would not hesitate to recommend them or indeed use them again.
"Overall a very professional approach"
— Liz, NN13Job completed well, with no fuss and within the agreed time.
"the whole experience has been a delight"
— Samantha, MK18We would both like to say that we are delighted with the outcome and you and your team have been a absolute pleasure to deal with far better than we had ever imagined. the whole experience has been a delight. you have been very accommodating and always consider our wishes. we would like to say a huge thank you for making our dream of a lovely new kitchen come true.
Our Master Thatcher / Thatching services include:
Premier Master Thatchers have more than 20 years experience in the trade. If there’s one thing we know, it’s how to construct and maintain beautiful thatched roofs so you can stay warm and dry all year round. Our highly-skilled craftsmen with a wealth of experience in the field. We work quickly and efficiently, with the minimum amount of disruption and pride ourselves on our friendly, personal approach.
- Re-Thatching:
Renovation or complete replacement of your thatched roof - Thatching Reports:
Advice on the purchase or sale of thatched properties as well as reports and surveys for insurance companies - Re-Ridging:
Reconstructing and fortifying roof ridges using quality materials - Patching:
Spot-mending and securing damaged or weak areas - Thatched Roof Maintenance:
Regular visits to keep your thatched roof in tip-top condition
To arrange a site survey call us today on 01869 250 292. Click here for more information about Premier Master Thatcher Haddenham
