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Turnbull’s Story<\/h1>\n

Improving homes and gardens since 1895<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Trusted for Generations<\/h2>\n

Turnbull first opened for business in 1895, supplying building materials from a small yard on Station Road in Sleaford. Today, we are proud to serve customers across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, with branches in Sleaford, Brigg, Boston, Newark, Lincoln, Spalding, and Horncastle.<\/p>\n

Still a family business more than 50 years after being purchased by the Hopkins family, Turnbull continues to uphold the same values of commitment, reliability, and personal service. Two generations of the Hopkins family work closely with a dedicated team of over 200 colleagues, all focused on delivering great products and exceptional customer experiences.<\/p>\n

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We have always looked to employ people who understand our culture of excellent customer service. <\/em>We are proud of the great relationships we have with our customers, many of whom return to us again and again due to the service we give them.<\/em>
\n– Gary Hopkins, Chairman<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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A Look Back in Time<\/span><\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s explore the highlights that built the Turnbull you know today.<\/p>\n

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Turnbull is an expanding company, committed to delivering the best in goods and services to its customers, and always with a focus on great value and innovation, so watch this space for our next project!<\/p>\n

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