After chancing upon thatching 30 years ago, Alan Jones began climbing a different career ladder. He is now passionate about preserving this ancient craft.

 Pembrokeshire-based journalist and author, Julian Rollins, has written an in-depth article in Countryfile magazine on Alan and his work.

 Alan is also very keen to pass on what he knows to a new generation. He is the longest-serving tutor for the Prince's Foundation for Building Community, which equips people with the skills they need to design and build sustainable environments.

 Alan's knowledge and skills can also be accessed at Ty-Mawr's one day Introduction to Thatching course which takes place on Wednesday 13th July 2016.