Slate Chippings

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Delabole Slate Chippings offer a versatile and sustainable solution for enhancing outdoor spaces. Sourced from the historic Delabole Slate Quarry in Cornwall, these chippings combine the quarry's iconic blue-grey hues with exceptional durability, making them ideal for pathways, driveways, borders, and decorative landscaping.

The finest slate in the world

from the oldest operating slate quarry in the world, Delabole Slate Quarry, Cornwall

Created as a byproduct of premium slate production, Delabole Slate Chippings are a testament to sustainability and quality. Available in a range of sizes, from fine granules to larger pieces, they provide excellent drainage and aesthetic appeal for a variety of applications.
Features and benefits
  • Authentic Natural Material: Quarried from the renowned Delabole Slate Quarry, ensuring quality and provenance.
  • Distinctive Appearance: Rich blue-grey color with natural texture, enhancing any outdoor design.
  • Durable and Practical: Resistant to weathering and erosion, perfect for long-lasting use in high-traffic areas.
  • Sustainable Choice: Produced as part of the quarrying process, reflecting a commitment to environmental stewardship.
  • Low Maintenance: Requires minimal upkeep while retaining its natural beauty.
Technical and safety
  • Material Composition: High-quality slate, providing excellent strength and resilience.
  • Size Options:
    • Small (approx. 5mm – 15mm) for decorative and mulching
    • Atandard (approx. 15mm–50 mm) for driveways and decorative use, drainage and landscaping
  • Weight and Coverage: Available in bulk bags or loose loads; coverage depends on application thickness. Guide 20m2 per tonne when approx. 25mm deep.
  • Installation: Easy to spread; suitable for both professional and DIY projects.
  • Safety: Non-combustible, frost-resistant, and safe for use in all weather conditions.