Dan Cook Carpentry and Building Limited

Meet our team

Ian Speller

Master Carpenter

Work and Experience

With over 40 years of hands-on experience in the trade, I’ve built my career around precision, dedication, and a genuine love for craftsmanship. Over the decades, I’ve had the opportunity to work on everything from bespoke joinery to large-scale renovations, always striving to blend technical skill with a sense of artistry.

For the past eight years, I’ve been proud to be part of the Dan Cook Carpentry team. The high standards, teamwork, and shared commitment to great workmanship make it a pleasure to bring my experience to each project. I take particular pride in the details and ensuring that every element is completed to a standard that not only meets but exceeds client expectations.

Being part of Dan Cook Carpentry Ltd means being surrounded by people who take pride in what they do, and it’s a privilege to contribute my experience to such a dedicated team.


Favourite project

Across 40 years, I’ve worked on countless projects, each with its own challenges and rewards. What I enjoy most is the opportunity to deliver beautifully crafted work that transforms a space and stands the test of time, whether it’s a bespoke feature, a detailed restoration, or part of a larger renovation.


Getting to know you

Outside of carpentry, I enjoy riding my motorcycle across Europe, following Formula 1, cheering on Torquay United, and spending time with my family. These hobbies give me the same sense of energy and fulfilment that I bring to my work.

Cottage restoration and conversion
Bovey Tracey Client
Our clients wanted us to create a forever home in a beautiful moorland town in South Devon, this is what they said about the finished article.

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Peter Whalley
New build client
After taking on my father’s home on the outskirts of Chudleigh and moving our life from the New Forest to Devon, we realised that the existing 1960’s chalet bungalow needed to be bought in to the 21st century.

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Peter Mason
Renovation
We received an impressive, detailed costing and work started in August. Access to the site was difficult due to the narrow lane, this presented Dan, George our amazing site-manager and the team with several difficulties and with all issues they found a solution.

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Jill and Andrew Taylor
New build clients
We first knew of Dan’s work through his local reputation and following his previous projects on Facebook. We started a conversation with Dan about his company building a holiday lodge for us at Southview Lodges.

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Dartmoor Client
New build client
We have been delighted by the work Dan and his team have done, building our dream home to such a high standard.

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Terry Headford
New build client
Dan's ongoing communication of the progress he was making was second to none and particularly when on site I valued our catch-ups. Indeed, I have forged a friendship with Dan which I fully value.

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Marcus Bailey & Ryan Lynch
Renovation clients
We needed a construction partner to help us create much more than just a place to stay. We wanted to create a special environment in the cottages that complimented this beautiful part of the world.

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Darren Manley
New build client
I was looking for a great builder to help complete my ICF (insulted concrete framework) property and Dan had been recommended to me due to his high standard of workmanship.

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Christine Gerrys
Renovation client
Dan's expert eye and the suggestions he made to our build was well received and the craftsmanship of Dan and his team was truly world class.

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