Built to Last: Why Clay Bricks are one of the UK's #1 Building Materials of Choice

Hear from Gary Reed, Managing Director, and his team at High Grange Developments on why clay brick is their choice in building homes.

From building homes that stand the test of time to creating spaces where generations will live, grow, and make memories - Gary reflects on the reassuring legacy of quality housebuilding with clay brick at its heart.

Hear from Ibstock’s Specials Manager, Ian Downie, as he shares the rich history of our Cattybrook factory - a site that’s been proudly supplying clay bricks to the local area since 1864. With over 160 years of heritage, it’s a powerful reminder that great design and craftsmanship stand the test of time. Clay bricks don’t just last - they age beautifully. Just as striking today as they were a century ago.

Hear from Emily Landsborough, Ibstock's Head of Sustainability, as she shares how we are continuing to make our clay bricks even more sustainable. From enhancing biodiversity, improving water management, and reducing carbon - so that our products continue to create homes, places and spaces that last for hundreds of years into the future and be just as beautiful for our communities.

Hear from Matt Beckley and Emma Priest, from Keon Homes Limited, as they talk about the local community social impact on one of their largest social and affordable home projects to date, Port Loop.

WE ARE incredibly proud to be one of their partners - with our locally sourced and locally made products.

Hear from Ibstock's Social Housing Sector Director, Kate Guy, on why buying locally made products, such as clay bricks, matters - beyond beautiful and durable product, but for the local economy and local communities we serve.

Hear from Isaac Hallam, also known as Izzy the Bricky, a skilled bricklayer from the Midlands, as he shares his insights on why clay bricks are the perfect choice for restoring old buildings. Isaac explains how using this timeless material ensures the longevity and preservation of structures for centuries to come.

Hear from Nicholas Boys Smith, Founder of Create Streets, with a mission to help our neighbourhoods, councils, landowners, developers and more, to create places that are liveable and loveable.

Nicholas highlights why clay bricks are key in creating attractive homes, places & spaces, as well as taking old buildings and recycling them into something more attractive and re-purposing it, for the next hundred of years.

Hear from Lex Harrison, Building Materials Expert at Arup, specialising in clay materials, predominantly brick, architectural ceramics and unfired earth

Lex highlights why clay bricks are key to our sustainability journey in lowering carbon in our buildings.

Hear from Claire Studholme, Innovation Manager for Ibstock's Clay Division.

Claire highlights the vital role of research and development in enhancing our already durable, sustainable products to make them even more environmentally friendly. By continually challenging ourselves to think bigger and strive for better, we’re not only advancing environmental progress but also shaping the future of building. Our commitment is to create products that are not just beautiful and long-lasting but also sustainable for generations to come.

Watch the video to hear her expert perspective.

Hear from CEO of Building Alliance and building materials expert for over 40 years, Mike Leonard.

Mike highlights why safety and resilience are more critical than ever, emphasising how clay bricks provide a durable solution to ensure our homes, places and spaces endure for generations - especially in the face of climate change's growing challenges.

Watch the video to hear his expert perspective.

Hear from Andy Batterham, an industry expert with years of experience in construction and design.

In this video, Andy shares his insights on why clay bricks remain the cornerstone of UK building projects, highlighting their unmatched durability, sustainability and timeless appeal.

Watch to hear his expert perspective!

At Ibstock, WE ARE proud to have launched our Built to Last videos series, diving into why clay bricks are a #1 choice. Starting by hearing from our CEO, Joe Hudson who introduces some of the different voices from across industry over the coming months.