Supporting the Next Generation: MAGB to Attend Guild of Bricklayers National Finals at Sunderland College
We’re proud to announce that the Masonry Association of Great Britain (MAGB) will be attending the Guild of Bricklayers 2025 National Finals at Sunderland College’s City Campus on Thursday, 5th June, in support of the UK’s most talented up-and-coming bricklayers.
This prestigious national competition, which has been running for over 50 years, brings together finalists from colleges across the UK, all competing for top honours in both junior and senior categories. The day will showcase the skill, precision, and creativity of the country’s most promising young bricklaying talent—and we’re honoured to be part of it.
Events like this remind us just how vital traditional trades are to the future of construction—and how important it is to invest in the next generation. The skill on display at the Guild of Bricklayers Finals is a clear demonstration of the passion and dedication these young people bring to the craft.
We look forward to celebrating their achievements and continuing to work with colleges, employers, and industry partners to raise standards, promote excellence, and ensure masonry remains at the heart of Britain’s built environment.
2025 National Final Competitors
Junior Competitors
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Solomon Simon – Cardiff and Vale College
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Louis Smith – NHBC Yorkshire
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Morgan O’Sullivan – Lee Marley Academy
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Charlie Twinn – Bishop Auckland College
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Edvinas Blekaitis – East Coast Great Yarmouth
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Issac Fashioni – Preston College
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Kaley Jones – Farnborough College
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Connor Lindsay – SMP Stephenson College
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Brandon Skinner – Lincoln College
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Owen Millington – Bridgewater & Taunton College
Senior Competitors
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Tomas Edwards – Leeds College of Building
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Ellis Smith – Lee Marley Academy
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Alfie Head – Sunderland College
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Cieran Clasper – Colchester Institute
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David Spencer – Preston College
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Alex Makinson – Eastleigh College
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Brandon Engert – SMP Stephenson College
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Ned Riley – North Notts College
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Corry Richardson – Cornwall College
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Jack Smith – Coleg Ceridigion (not attending)
Female Demonstration Competitors
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Mia Vayro – Darlington College (Junior)
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Hollie Vayro – Darlington College (Senior)
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Hanna Broughton – East Durham College (Junior)
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Poppy Ather-Elder – East Durham College (Senior)
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Sky Leaver – Gateshead College (Junior)
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Lillie Webb – Wiltshire College (Junior)
We wish all competitors the very best of luck—your hard work, talent, and dedication are what make the future of our industry so bright.
