Advice on all aspects of geology of building stones in the UK including the location of currently active and long-disused building stone quarries, and advice on the location of potential quarry sites in areas where suitable stone exists. Stone identification; stone matching of replacement stones for restoration; up to date information and historical archive records available.

National development agency for contemporary crafts in the UK. Works with partners to widen awareness, support craft professionals, promote teaching, carry out research and grow the market.

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is one of the most respected and high profile global standards and membership organisations for professionals involved in land, property, construction and environmental issues.

The Institute of Explosives Engineers promotes the occupational competency, education and professional standing of engineers, scientists and practitioners who work with explosives and provide consultative facilities for organisations and government departments within the explosives field.

The Construction Industry Resource and Information Association organises a programme of business improvement services and research activities for members and those engaged with the delivery and operation of the built environment.

The Historic Chapels Trust (HCT) was established in 1993 to take into ownership redundant chapels and other places of worship in England which are of outstanding architectural and historic interest. The object is to secure their preservation, repair and maintenance for public benefit, including contents, burial grounds and ancillary buildings.

The Natural Stone Institute is a trade association representing every aspect of the natural stone industry. The association offers a wide array of technical and training resources, professional development opportunities, regulatory advocacy, and networking events. Two prominent publications the Dimension Stone Design Manual and Building Stone Magazine raise awareness within the natural stone industry and in the design community for best practices and uses of natural stone.

City of London Livery Company and charities offering encouragement and support in various ways to the stonemasonry and dimensional stone quarrying industry throughout the UK. It also champions the use of natural stone and the craft of stonemasonry.

Stone Federation is the official trade association for the natural stone industry. The Federation co-ordinates all aspects of the industry and provides specifiers and users with a first point of contact for information, advice and guidance in sourcing an appropriate material and a reliable service.

Offers courses, lecture series, advice on careers in heritage, training opportunities and scholarships.