2026 Dates ANNOUNCED for Free CPD Course
Following on from the success of the 2025 CPD Programme, we are pleased to announce the next set of dates for our 2026 events .
Tradstocks offer a free Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Programme, that offers Landscape Architects, Architects and Developers and Built Environment Professionals the opportunity to visit Tradstocks and gain a better understanding of the stone production process.
Attendees will learn about different stone products, their uses, abilities and the tolerances of the various materials; a deeper understanding of stone specification techniques for Streetscape and Building projects; and gain first hand knowledge of the stone production process with a hosted factory site visit.
2026 DATES (SPRING AND EARLY SUMMER)
The following dates are currently available for organisations, groups, or individuals keen to attend:
February - Thursday 19th 2026 - 10.30am - 12.30pm
February - Thursday 26th 2026 - 10.30am - 12.30pm
March - Thursday 12th 2026 - 10.30am - 12.30pm
March - Thursday 19th 2026 - 10.30am - 12.30pm
April - Thursday 30th 2026 - 10.30am - 12.30pm
May - Thursday 7th 2026 - 10.30am - 12.30pm
May - Thursday 14th 2026 - 10.30am - 12.30pm
May - Thursday 21st 2026 - 10.30am - 12.30pm
These aren’t the dates you’re looking for?
Please note - If these dates are not suitable, please contact us directly, as we should be able to facilitate a date that works best for you, or your organisation.
Email us: westwood@tradstocks.co.uk or Call: 01506 873081 or fill out the Form below.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The programme is only 2 hours duration and located at Tradstocks Westwood factory site, near Livingstone in central Scotland.
The programme is free to attend.
The programme includes a fully escorted tour of the factory site, gaining experience of natural stone production process. Site Induction included. PPE supplied if required
Lunch and refreshments will be served.
Certificate upon completion.
WHAT YOU CAN LEARN
Natural stone production process – from quarrying to finished products.
Material uses, abilities, and tolerances – how to work with stone effectively.
Different stone types – understanding their characteristics and applications.
Best practices for specifying stone – make informed choices for durability, aesthetics and sustainability.
THE Benefits
Industry insights – learn from the stone production specialists at Tradstocks.
Professional growth – strengthen your knowledge and increase CPD Training commitments.
Hands-on experience – see the full life-cycle of stone production and gain practical expertise.
TRADSTOCKS CPD BROCHURE 2026
Download the 2-page Tradstocks CPD Programme Brochure 2026 PDF:
CPD PROGRAMME INCLUDES SITE VISIT
The CPD Course includes a site visit where you will learn more about the different attributes of several natural stone products for your Streetscape and Building Projects.
Discover the Natural Stone Production Process from ‘Quarry to Kerb’ during your site visit.
On your site visit you’ll get the opportunity to visit our Stonemason’s Carving Centre.
“Building on the success of our 2025 CPD Programme we’re delighted to announce new 2026 dates for the Spring and early Summer. We had several Landscape Architects, Civil Contractors and Public Sector organisations visit last year. Lots of great conversations.
It’s a unique opportunity for Built Environment professionals to gain first hand experience of the natural stone production process with our hosted on-site visit and also learn about the various attributes, purposes, and sustainability of a wide range of natural stone products. Looking forward to showing you our sites in 2026.”
Learn about the various projects, and which natural stone products are now on the streets and buildings of the UK.
MAKE YOUR CPD COURSE BOOKING
Please contact us to make a course booking or find out more information.
Email us: westwood@tradstocks.co.uk
Call us: 01506 873081
Booking Form: Please complete the form below and we’ll be in touch to confirm your booking.
COURSE Location
Tradstocks Westwood
Five Sisters Business Park
Westwood, Livingstone
EH55 8PN
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