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Long family history
in Hard Metals

George Winkworth - Father and Grandfather - started out as a coppersmith in 1946. George worked on prestigious projects, including London’s Smithfield Market in 1964, which we were proud to re-roof in 2023 as part of the historic building’s transformation into the Museum of London - as pictured here.

Today, the business is led by Father and Son, combining Steve Snr’s 40 years of experience in hard metals with Steve Jnr’s experience in business as a Chartered Accountant.

Master craftsmen

We are experts in the supply and installation of hard metal roofing and cladding. The core of our business is our award winning metal workers. A coil of metal is bent, shaped and transformed to meet your exact requirements. As a member of the Federation of Traditional Metal Roofing Contractors (FTMRC) our work is regularly vetted and has been awarded the highest possible grading. We are also approved installers of all the main metal manufacturers for zinc, copper, aluminium and steel. 
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Recent Awards

Pitched Roofing Awards
Facade awards UK 2023 - Shortlisted
FTMRC Hard Metals Awards 2024 - Finalist
FTMRC Hard Metals Awards 2023 - Winner

Why Choose Us

Master Craftsmen

The use of hard metals is an art form which takes many years to master. George Winkworth began learning the craft as a coppersmith in 1946.

Sustainable

Hard metals are a sustainable choice – made from recycled materials, and recyclable again after use. Installations stand the test of time, supported by extended warranties.

Fire Safe

Non-combustible options that are fully compliant
– no risks taken.

Fully Certified

Health and safety as a priority with industry leading accreditations. Work regularly vetted as a member of the Federation of Traditional Metal Roofing Contractors (FTMRC).

Our timeline

We are proud of our history. The lessons learned from George Winkworth
– a gentleman and master craftsman –
continue to guide us today.
1950
George’s work is paused to proudly serve his country – a paratrooper supporting the recovery from World War II.
1983
George starts working alongside his
son, Steve.
1996
The business extends from West London to Milton Keynes, enabling easy coverage of London, the South and the Midlands.
2009
Steve’s son – Steve Jnr – first enters the family business alongside his studies at university.
2023
A special project - Winkworth Metal Roofing installed the new copper roof at Smithfield Market, following George Winkworth’s work in 1964.
1946
George Winkworth began as a coppersmith apprentice at 14 years of age.
1952
George returns and hones his skills as a coppersmith, working on prestigious projects across London, including the historic Smithfield Market.
1986
George and Steve set up company as G&S Winkworth.
2001
George retires and Steve continues to build the business and his reputation in the industry. The business is renamed Winkworth Metal Roofing.
2022
Steve Jnr joins the family business full time after 10 years as a Chartered Accountant.
The Future
With young boys in the family, could there be a fourth generation to the family business?
© Winkworth Metal Roofing Ltd, 2025

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