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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have recently visited the Salisbury Branch of Sydenhams as we have completely replaced the patio of our new property. We would like to thank Gill, who works in the landscaping dept, as she has been... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service with a smile from Kevin Norris today. I found exactly what I was looking for with a Kevin's help. He was polite and efficient. A pleasant experience in a shop I'm not used to going... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Appalling service I went to my local Sydenhams in WARMINSTER last week, Just a simple purchase of wood screws, the chap behind the counter was unhelpful just waving his arm to wards a display, alth... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I always use Sydenhams in Wareham as the customer service is consistently excellent. It’s worth the trip for garden compost as I don’t have to lift it into the car, the staff in the yard will do... See more

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Company details

  1. Timber merchant
  2. Bathroom Supply Shop
  3. Building Materials Supplier
  4. Home improvement shop
  5. Kitchen supply shop
  6. Landscaping Supply Shop

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Founded in 1874, we have a long tradition of supplying Timber & Building Materials throughout the Central South-West region of England. We can supply you with all your building and DIY needs. Open to the Trade & Public.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

72 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Patio project

Very straight forward ordering service Darren was very knowledgeable gave him the measurements and he worked out everything I needed. A few slabs were damaged on delivery thy were replaced and delivered on the same day. Excellent service all round. Doug

10 October 2025
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Doug, thank you - we hope your patio project goes well! Syd.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Inaccurate info by receptionist

I rang Sydenhams in Keynsham about 11 a.m. before setting out as i needed wood cut. I asked if it would be ok to come at 3 p.m. The Croatian lady said they could not promise anything at that time because there might be 20 cuts ahead of me. I said i would come earlier then, which she said would be better. I get there soon after 12 and Colin N. said they would be "unable to cut anything today"! I had driven some 15 miles especially and instead ended up having to leave with an offcut which is obviously not exact. He sent the lady out to talk to me but she refused to accept what she'd said on the phone and just kept repeating that nothing could be promised. Why would i have wasted a journey in Friday traffic only to be offered an offcut?! Moral of story: ring Colin for store accuracy. Or, go somewhere else.

10 October 2025
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Betsy, we can only apologise for the wasted journey - we will be bringing this up with the branch and staff internally to ensure customers are receiving the correct information. Many thanks for making us aware. Syd

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My first visit to Sydnhams Boscombe…

My first visit to Sydnhams boscombe Gloucester Rd. Its great to feel like a valued customer, I went into discuss a purchase of some trex decking. From the moment I went in Tony and Darren were helpfull,professional, and knowledgeable. It makes a change to find helpful staff these days. Thanks for great service.

9 July 2025
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Den, thanks so much for the lovely review - great we could help! We'll be sure to pass this onto Tony & Darren. Thank you, Syd

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

good servce from sydenhams salisbury

good servce from sydenhams salisbury, couldn't delivery exactly when i wanted it but were pretty helpful.

16 July 2025
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Thank you - apologies we couldn't get it to you exactly when you wanted it but glad we could help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ellie is wonderful …

Ellie is wonderful and always really helpful. She knows the Sydenham range with amazing detail and goes the extra bit to be sure you get what you need. She makes the Sydenham visits and phone calls a pleasure and certainly ensures my loyalty

23 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recently visited Sydenhams builders…

Recently visited Sydenhams builders merchants on the A32 near Fareham Hampshire and was greeted by Dave in customer reception. We explained our requirements and Dave talked us through various options before we arrived at the most suitable choice. Despite the fact that on this particular day all of the cross-cutters were unavailable due to a health and safety inspection - Dave managed to help us to cut our timber order so that it would fit in our vehicle. Big shout out to Dave for outstanding customer service and for going above and beyond the call of duty …

14 October 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Thank you for your kind review Christopher, glad to hear we could be of service. See you again soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10

Great prices, great materials and great customer service. Always a pleasant when having to go in store or having deliveries.

21 May 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Tristan, thank you for the 5*'s! See you again soon! Syd.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been using Sydenhams at Warminster for…

Been using Sydenhams at Warminster for the last 20 years, the place is filled with helpful and friendly faces, from the lads in the yard,to The shop/office and the delivery drivers, the depot is always so well stocked, and delivery's are always swift, usually within a day or 2 of ordering.. highly recommend this branch..

22 May 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Scott, thank you so much for your review - and for your custom over the past 20 years! Here's to the next 20! Syd

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been using Sydenhams for 20years

Been using Sydenhams for 20years, and they are the go to company for building supplies with very friendly staff.

22 May 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Nick - Thank you! Here's to the next 20 years! 🙌 Syd.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sydenhams are my local 'go to'

Sydenhams are my local 'go to' for all my building needs. Likely I have a couple of branches in my area but I have to specifically mention Kev at the Warminster branch who is always willing to help and understand the current challenge which he can provide solutions for. Great selection good prices, keep it up!

21 May 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Mike,
Thank you so much for the 5* review! So glad we're not only able to help you with the product you need, but also knowledge and advice! We will be sure to pass this onto Warminster. Many thanks, Syd.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WENT TO WICKS INSTEAD.

Claimed 4 days after sending them an e mail for an enquiry that their e mail was faulty and was asking 4 days later what my e mail had requested - NOT GOOD ENOUGH - and they are CLOSED on a SATURDAY - are they NUTS ? I only have weekends available yet they are closed. Went elsewhere and got the correct order within 24 hours from Wicks.

21 May 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi John, We have emailed twice and apologised profusely. Unfortunately we have had some email problems which we have been able to fix today - hence why we've contacted all the customers who have enquired with us.
All our branches are actually open every Saturday morning, which is stated on our website and Google.
Again apologies we couldn't come back to you in our usual timely manner but on this occasion the email problem took it out of our hands.
We're glad you managed to get the item you needed.
Many thanks, Syd.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sydenhams Glastonbury

Sydenhams Glastonbury. I have been dealing with Sydenhams for years. I speak on a very regular basis with Jed and Nathan, never had an issue, if I had a problem to deal with, I have always found them more than helpful and together, we always resolve a solution. So, in finishing, give them a call. 5*!

17 May 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Pete,
Thank you so much, we'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Jed & Nathan! Many thanks, Syd

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super Syd!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Just wanted to express how happy I am with Sydenhams Timber, particularly the Glastonbury branch. I have a small shed business and have used Syd for many many years! The sales team and customer service are always superb. prices are in my opinion unbeatable for the quality of the timber supplied. Deliveries are always on time and the drivers take good care when unloading. Well done Syd, here’s to many more years working together.

17 May 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Kelly,
Thank you so much for your review! We're so glad you're happy with the excellent service you receive, and we're looking forward to many more years of trading with you. See you soon, Syd

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sydenhams; Newport IOW

Have used the guys and gals at Newport depot a few times and have to say I don't bother shopping elsewhere. Always honest; admitting they aren't always the cheapest BUT the service I get is worth every penny.
One happy customer!

14 May 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Thomas, thank you so much - we look forward to assisting you with any future projects! Many thanks, Syd.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I've tried a few times to get priced…

I've tried a few times to get prices from a couple of branches but it's painful so I've found another company to supply me. I get quotes back not complete, wrong items or overpriced. I called Southampton branch last week and but the background noise of people shouting , laughing and telling jokes was so bad I couldn't hear the person on the phone so I hung up. Not good. Sorry to be this honest but I think as a company you should know.

10 April 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Martin, sorry to hear about your experience over the phone. We pride ourselves on providing excellent service, so we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We apologise for the inconvenience you've experienced, and we will address this internally. Thank you, Sydenhams.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Would never use again

Tried to place on order on the phone - the guy could not have been less helpful or lesas interested in helping
Would never use again

16 April 2024
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Noo, We're sorry to hear about your experience over the phone. We pride ourselves on providing excellent service, so we appreciate you bringing this to our attention.
If you can let us know which Sydenhams branch you were dealing with and we can certainly address this internally. Please email marketing@sydenhams.co.uk with some more information. Thank you, Sydenhams.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Customer access??

Their Bath premises is on a residential road with difficult access - a single lane track. They have 4 parking spaces, this time taken up with their fork-lift trucks so no where to park. I parked in front of a fork lift and was promptly told 'you can't park there mate'. Where can I park? 'Dunno mate' I think they expect customers to park in the road and lug 6 bags of gravel over 200 yards. I went elsewhere...

3 November 2023
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Michael, thank you for your feedback and for making us aware - our Bath branch is probably one of the hardest branches to get access too, but that should mean that there are spaces available for customers to park in so I'm sorry you we're treated in this way. We will certainly be making the branch manager aware and ensuring that spaces are left clear for customers. Apologies once again. Syd.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sydenhams, Tidworth

Sydenhams, Tidworth Branch.
Following previous good experience, this branch did everything possible to not deliver to my fairly local address. Each time I tried to reason with both the chap in the office and the Driver, back came another reason why they couldn’t make the delivery. They didn’t give a damn. Good job I can make a different choice next time!

25 August 2023
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi Wayne, we're sorry to hear you've had a disappointing experience at our Tidworth branch, and we'd like to apologise for being unable to deliver your goods this time around. We always aim to provide an excellent, but also safe delivery service, and unfortunately due to circumstantial reasons, this was unachievable. We understand that this must have been frustrating and can only apologise for the inconvenience caused. Thank you, Syd.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another 5* thanks indeed

Another review for Gloucester store - "wheely good" thanks that man!
DIfferent contractor with different skills guiding me this time but same ace service, competitive price from and appropriate recommendations from Syds.

FYI Desmond is really disappointed that from 15 x 2.8m timbers we had 11 inches of wastage! I think he was aiming for less!!!
Thank you again for your help. One day my garden will be finished.

7 June 2023
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Reply from Sydenhams

Hi John, Thanks for the review! Happy to be able to assist you with your garden project! Many thanks, Syd.

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