Long Rake Spar Company

About Long Rake Spar Company

About Long Rake Spar
Established over 150 years ago, Long Rake Spar is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of decorative aggregates, specialist sands, and industrial minerals. With a heritage rooted in British quarrying, the company has grown into a trusted partner for the landscaping, construction, and surface dressing industries.

Operating from its Derbyshire headquarters, Long Rake Spar combines traditional expertise with modern processing and distribution facilities to deliver high-quality, sustainable materials across the UK and Europe. The company’s extensive product range includes decorative gravels, chippings, cobbles, pebbles, and bespoke blends tailored to meet customer specifications.

Driven by innovation and quality, Long Rake Spar continues to set industry standards in material sourcing, colour consistency, and product performance — helping customers create outstanding landscapes and durable surface finishes.

Company culture

Our Values

🌍 Sustainability
We’re committed to responsible sourcing, efficient production, and environmentally conscious practices that protect and preserve the landscapes we work with.

🤝 Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and fairness in everything we do — with our customers, suppliers, and each other.

💡 Innovation
We continuously improve and adapt, using technology and creative thinking to develop new materials, blends, and solutions for our customers.

👷 People First
We invest in our employees’ training, safety, and wellbeing, creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported to achieve their best.

🏗️ Quality & Craftsmanship
From product consistency to service excellence, quality is the foundation of our reputation and success.

Employee benefits and perks

• Vibrant company culture with regular events and social activities

• Continuous opportunities for career development

• 22 days’ annual holiday, plus Christmas and bank holidays

• Generous pension scheme

• Progression and support for professional growth

• Free on-site car parking