Author Tom Allan
Tom Allan

Tom Allan

Tom is a thatcher and freelance journalist based in South Devon. His book On the Roof: A Thatcher’s Journey is out now.

Recent articles by Tom Allan

‘I swapped city life to become a thatcher and haven’t looked back.’ This ancient rural tradition is at risk – meet the people fighting to revive it

Thatched roofs have been a part of the British countryside for 5,000 years. Tom Allan is one of a dwindling number of craftspeople making sure this ancient tradition remains a vital part of our rural life.
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