End of an Era: Our West Thurrock Depot is Relocating

Post date: 08 May, 2025

After nearly 95 years at our historic West Thurrock site, CED Stone Group is delighted to announce an exciting new chapter. To escape the frequent flooding problems at our current site in Thurrock - resulting from the old quarry floor being below the water table, so an issue which is only likely to worsen with rising sea levels and climate change - we are relocating our operations into two new sites: our Landscape depot to Vange, near Basildon and our Head Office and Commercial Divisions to Rochford.

The new purpose-built depot is designed to manage our operations safely and efficiently for the future. Its strategic location next to the A13 will help us overcome logistical challenges as it allows us to avoid the notorious traffic congestion on the local roads adjacent to the M25 and Dartford Crossing. In addition, this site will provide excellent access to Kent and the South Coast once the new Lower Thames Crossing opens, while also being conveniently located closer to the Port of London and the Tilbury container port which will enhance our operational capabilities and streamline our logistics.

Our new Head Office and Commercial Division headquarters will be located in Rochford, not far from the Vange depot. This facility will accommodate our Commercial Division, laboratory facilities, a sample hub and Head Office administration teams. Strategically situated near Southend Airport, it provides excellent connectivity for our customers, partners, and employees, facilitating both national and international collaboration.

These two new sites represent a considered and positive move, aligning with our long-term goals of innovation, efficiency and sustainability.

As we say goodbye to West Thurrock, we value its rich legacy and look forward to the exciting opportunities that await us in Vange and Rochford. Thank you for your constant support as we embark on this new chapter.

Giles Heap – Managing Director

CED Stone Group

We are moving to:

CED Stone Landscape
London East - Vange Park Depot
Vange Park Road
Vange, Basildon
Essex
SS16 5LA

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