Norfolk Reed Thatching

A summer house thatched in reed.

Norfolk Reed has a harder sharper appearance,It is very hard wearing and lasts around 60 years.

The bundles of reed are laid on the roof dry. Fixed with a metal or wooden sway ,held down by metal spikes driven into the rafters.

A barn conversion thatched in reed.  The planners and builders have not spoilt the  overall look of the old barn. Note the two finials on the ridge.

Reed looks more in place on larger  roofs, or farm houses such as the one below.