Completed New England-style home transformation in Bournside, Cheltenham

Built for the way you live · Est. 2008

Extensions & new builds in Cheltenham & Gloucester.

Extensions, renovations and new homes across Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, built by an established, award-winning team with its own site foremen.

Accredited · Insured · Inspected

Federation of Master Builders: Thorn Homes in the FMB directory
FMB Master Builder Award Winner
NAPIT
SSIP
CHAS
SMAS Worksafe
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Extensions · Renovations · New Builds

Precision, premium materials and a commitment to detail.

Since 2008 we've built extensions, renovations and new homes across Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, each one run on site by one of our own employed site foremen.

Kitchen-diner extension by Thorn Homes

Extensions & Renovations

Kitchen-diners, oak-frame rear extensions, two-storey additions, loft conversions and full renovations.

New Builds

Individual homes and small developments, typically one to six houses, with the option of a 10-year Build Assure structural warranty.

Warranty & Aftercare

We stand behind our work and stay contactable after completion. Established since 2008 and still here after handover.

Commercial

Steel-frame buildings, industrial units, warehouses and commercial new builds, under our trading name Thorn Construction.

Cotswold stone house extension with oak-framed glazed gable

Thorn Homes in numbers

-38

Years as a limited company

12

Employees

450

Extensions built

28

Commercial builds

55

Houses built

6

Awards

Recent Projects

Homes we've built and transformed

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Priory Villa: five-bedroom sustainable house with basement
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New Builds · Cheltenham

Priory Villa: five-bedroom sustainable house with basement

  • Five-bedroom detached house
  • Full basement

This award-winning development involved the acquisition of a site containing three existing garages, which were demolished to make way for a bespoke five-bedroom detached house with a full basement. Built to achieve a net-zero carbon footprint using air-source heat pumps, heat recovery, solar panels, water-restriction devices and upgraded cavity wall insulation. It has an Ashlar stone facade over four storeys and an oak and glass staircase designed to usher in natural light.

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Bailey project: extended family home with timber cladding

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Client Stories

Hear it from our clients

Our homeowners' stories speak for themselves. Clients across Cheltenham and Gloucestershire trust Thorn Homes to deliver quality, attention to detail and a smooth, stress-free experience.

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Trevor Thorn, Founder & Managing Director of Thorn Homes

Multi-Award-Winning

Recognised at the Master Builder Awards in 2010, 2012, 2016, 2019 and 2021, and Sustainability Award of the Year 2023.

Established in 2008

Members of the Federation of Master Builders since 2009, and still run by the founder.

Employed Site Foremen

Every project is run on site by one of our own foremen, backed by long-serving tradespeople and trusted specialists.

Meet Our Founder

Trevor Thorn

Founder & Managing Director

Our Story

Trevor started out as a young roofer in his early twenties, with little more than a van and his tools. Through reputation and repeat business that grew into Thorn Homes. Over 20 years later he has overseen 450 home extensions and 55 new-build houses, and has served on the Federation of Master Builders' regional and national boards.

In his words

"I never set out to build a big construction company. I simply wanted to do a good job, look after my customers and build something I could be proud of."

Free consultation visit. Trevor comes out to see the site, talks through your ideas and gives you a no-obligation quote, with drawings if you need them.

More about Thorn Homes
Ian Stephens

Joined in 2009

Started with Thorn Homes as a carpenter and spent eight years working on site.

Into management in 2017

Moved into a full-time management role, central to project delivery and site management.

Partner since 2025

Became a business partner alongside Trevor and Carlos.

Meet Our Partner

Ian Stephens

Partner & Project Director

Ian began his career with Thorn Homes as a carpenter, quickly establishing himself as someone clients could turn to for advice, guidance and practical solutions. His approachable manner and excellent client-facing skills led to his promotion to Project Manager.

Today, Ian oversees site delivery, coordinating projects, managing subcontractors and trades, and keeping work on schedule. From organising day-to-day site activities to maintaining quality standards and ensuring a smooth handover, his practical experience and hands-on approach help keep every project running efficiently from start to finish.

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Carlos Moreira

With Thorn Homes since 2014

Joined to establish a procurement strategy for the business.

Partner since October 2025

Oversees procurement and day-to-day operations.

With you from start to finish

From the pre-commencement meeting through to handover and project certificates.

Meet Our Partner

Carlos Moreira

Partner & Operations Director

Carlos joined Thorn Homes in August 2014 to establish a procurement strategy for the business, and became a partner in October 2025. Today he oversees procurement and day-to-day operations, managing costs, coordinating resources and improving how the business operates.

Clients meet Carlos at the pre-commencement meeting before work begins. Throughout their project, he helps with quotations, variations, invoice queries and supplier arrangements, alongside everyday questions about the work. At completion, he supports the handover process and coordinates the issue of the relevant project certificates.

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Where We Build

Gloucestershire & The Cotswolds

Based at Staverton, between Gloucester and Cheltenham.

Cheltenham Builders

Cheltenham Builders

Extensions and full renovations from Leckhampton to Pittville. Period homes, modern houses and everything in between.

Gloucester Builders

Gloucester Builders

New builds and structural work defined by quality craftsmanship, energy-efficient construction and reliable delivery.

Stroud & Five Valleys

Stroud & Five Valleys

Loft conversions, renovations and eco-conscious extensions that respect each home's individuality.

Cirencester & The Cotswolds

Cirencester & The Cotswolds

Sympathetic extensions and new builds that complement the character of Cotswold stone properties.

Get In Touch

Let's Talk About Your Build

Call 01452 714 200 or tell us about your project for a free consultation.

Unit C1, Staverton Technology Park, Herrick Way, Staverton, Cheltenham GL51 6TQ