UK · Updated 2026 · Buying guide

Surplus Reclaimed Clay Roof Tiles in Nottingham: 2026 Prices, Sellers and Delivery

Nottingham is the East Midlands hub with strong reclaimed brick supply. That makes it one of the UK's best cities to source surplus and reclaimed clay tiles. This guide covers 2026 Nottingham pricing, where the East Midlands supply concentrates, and how to collect or arrange delivery on the same or next working day.

2026 Nottingham prices for surplus clay tiles

Prices below reflect live SurplusBuilder listings inside NG1, NG7 and NG9 plus data from three regional yards, sampled Q1 2026.

GradeTypical priceNotes
Job-lot / bulk£850 per 1,000Merchant clearance, palletised
Standard graded£1,725 per 1,000Sorted, ready-to-fit stock
Heritage / premium£2,600 per 1,000Character grade, hand-picked

What to look for in Nottingham clay tiles

  • Hand-made peg tiles, Rosemary machine-made and pantiles all common
  • Weathered lichen finish valued by conservation officers
  • Colour variation blends into 200-year-old roofs

Why buy surplus clay tiles in East Midlands

  • Direct match for repairs on Grade II properties
  • Hand-made pegs have no modern equivalent under £1.80 new
  • Full pallets ready — no 6-month kiln lead time

Collection and delivery inside Nottingham

Most Nottingham sellers hold stock inside NG1, NG7 and NG9 and offer Palletways next-day £42–£65. For loads over a tonne of clay tiles, a hiab drop is usually more economical than multiple van runs.

Frequently asked questions

+What's a fair 2026 price for surplus clay tiles in Nottingham?

Expect £850–£2,600 per 1,000 depending on grade. City-centre premium runs 5–15% over regional averages.

+What's the difference between peg, pantile and plain?

Peg tiles hang from wooden pegs (hand-made pre-1900). Pantiles are S-shaped. Plain tiles are standard rectangles.

+How many clay tiles per m²?

Plain: 60/m². Pantiles: 16/m². Peg: 55–65/m².

+How fast can I collect from a Nottingham seller?

Most listings inside NG1, NG7 and NG9 allow same or next-working-day collection. Delivery: Palletways next-day £42–£65.

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