Spoke to Steve — great price and very efficient service, with a quick response to my email quote request. The delivery driver arrived nice and early and knew exactly where to come, as he has de... See more
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I've been using lawson for sometime and the high quality of service and the great timber and value for money is very impressive.. the speed of delivery Is awesome and the speed to get quotes is amazin... See more
Nothing is a problem for Danielle and Steve at Bedford Depot, they are always willing to help and go the extra mile, it is a shame their delivery area doesn't cover the area we work and they have to s... See more
Go there most days for materials , always helpful in yard and same in office , tried other places in past but don’t bother now coz very good and will always check prices if I think seem bit expensive... See more
Company details
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Lawson and Son Timber Merchant was established in 1921 in North London, becoming Lawsons Whetstone Ltd in 1931. Here at Lawsons, we stock a huge range of premium and high quality fencing supplies, consisting of fence panels, fence posts, gravel boards, closeboard fencing, fencing accessories and much more. Being one of the largest timber and builder's merchant in London and the South East allows us to stock timber fencing in much larger volumes than smaller suppliers, meaning that you benefit from our range of fencing and timber products.
Family Values, Professional Service
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- Lawsons is a family-owned company, established in 1921, and we pride ourselves on our customer service - whether you're a tradesman/builder or a novice DIY enthusiast.
Contact info
Cambridge Road, Bedford, MK42 0LH, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
- 01234 273077
4.8
Excellent
203 reviews
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Great service
January 16, 2026
Always friendly helpful service from…
Always friendly helpful service from all staff. The lady at the Bedford branch is very good!
January 16, 2026
I have used Lawsons for some years now…
I have used Lawsons for some years now but only started my business a couple of years ago. Lawsons have always supplied me and been very professional. They have been a total asset to PGH Builders and I look forward to working alongside them for years to come.
January 16, 2026
Thanks for opening my cash acct…
Thanks for opening my cash acct promptly.
I request a question for 8 doors and that was received prompt too. However on this occasion I have gone with a much more competitive quotation for a similar designed door.
January 10, 2026
Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Bedford
Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that your cash account was opened promptly and that your quotation request was handled quickly.
While we’re sorry to hear that you chose an alternative supplier on this occasion, we do always aim to be as competitive as possible and are happy to price-match where we can. We appreciate the opportunity to quote and look forward to supporting you on any future enquiry.
Rude driver and rotten posts
Rude driver and rotten posts. Their treated posts have rotted through within 3 years. Some have twisted too.
Then today I had the misfortune to meet one of their drivers who thought it ok "because the house is on a bend" to block the full width of the pavement, and cause an obstruction whilst he parked on a blind bend with a T junction on it. All to save him walking an extra 20 yards to deliver a single length of timber.
June 16, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Bedford
I am sorry you have had a bad experience with our driver. We will investigate with the branch
Excellent service Gary & Kevin…
Excellent service from Gary in sales and Kevin the delivery driver who was most helpful
March 21, 2024
Unprompted review
Plastering sand is rubbish
Purchased Lawsons supposedly top quality fine Leighton Buzzard plastering sand but it was more like cheap sharp sand, full of small pebbles, no good for plastering. Had to go to another builders merchant in Biggleswade to get some proper stuff and it was 40% cheaper. Complete waste of my time so won’t bother going back again
October 27, 2023
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there's a wonderful level of confidence…
there's a wonderful level of confidence and satisfaction in dealing with a company with staff that always are friendly , knowledgeable, helpful and have a smile . Lawsons Bedford have great service ethics !
June 12, 2023
All the guys at the Bedford branch are…
All the guys at the Bedford branch are extremely pleasant and helpful from the guy on the gate to the staff at the counter. The guy on the counter in particular was very helpful and friendly
5 star experience
June 8, 2023
Jordan is fantastic and incredibly…
Jordan is fantastic and incredibly helpful, goes above and beyond for me always!
June 15, 2023
Unprompted review
Stuff very friendly and always trying…
Stuff very friendly and always trying their best to serve and help,
Especially the managers always being very helpful trying to get you the right product with the best possible solution
And very competitive pricing.
June 8, 2023
No discount applied even tho I have an…
No discount applied even tho I have an account and was told it was the best price. Rung up next day and seems I was entitled to a discount but know one would sort it out until I had to call up. This should have been done the minute I set up the account. Just makes me think how much I’ve over paid on the rest of materials I brought.
June 8, 2023
Reply from Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd - Bedford
I am sorry that you did not receive the correct price on your account. I understand that the branch has been in touch with you and have reviewed your trade terms. We are very keen to give our regular customers the best prices we can, and I am sorry that the process did not work as it is should in this instance.
Had on hand what I needed and help…
Had on hand what I needed and help provided in loading.
June 10, 2023
Man in the yard Dave Marchant I believe…
Man in the yard Dave Marchant I believe is his name is always helpful and nothing is too much trouble. Top Nloke
June 9, 2023
Very helpful staff.
May 27, 2023
Excellent service
June 1, 2023
Good communication
May 25, 2023
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