Hartley Range of Glasshouses needs little introduction in the discerning gardening circles, offering practical glasshouses with unparalleled reputation for enduring strength, quality & performance from the smallest residential Hartley Cottage 6 greenhouse for the individual gardener to the many fine commercial glasshouses examples, such as the Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Oxford Botanic Gardens, the RHS Rosemoor Plant house, or the Bonsai House at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew.
Every Hartley Greenhouse is manufactured individually and to the same glasshouse engineering standards. The machines at the Hartley factory, given over to manufacturing shell cases in WW2, remain in use today fabricating precision parts in aluminium for Hartley greenhouses.
http://www.hartley-botanic.co.uk/glasshouse/about_us.html
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Ralph Martindale - Forged Tools & Metal Products
The genuine "Crocodile" blade is made from hot rolled high quality British Steel by our own Mill. The strip is tapered in section to optimise the unique cutting characteristics with the weight of the tool.
Each face of the blade has three grooves which assist the blade's removal from sapwood. The grooves extend to the tang of the blade to form a mechanical lock with the handle.
Our product is therefore lightweight and easy to use. The blade is roll forged to give an outstandingly well balanced tool to meet the arduous demands of rural farmers throughout the tropical regions of the world.
Only "Crocodile" brand machets are made from tapered steel section with grooves which makes our product distinctly better than our competitors.
Quality is assured because we control every stage of production from steel billet to finished machet.
Every blade is individually tested to ensure the hardened and tempered steel characteristics conform to our strict quality controls.
We guarantee 100% inspection.
All our handles are made from German beech wood. We monitor the moisture content of the timber to make sure the product is consistent and does not split under normal circumstances.
The timber is cross-sawn for maximum strength and stability. The handle is fitted to the blade with solid steel rivets and washers. A special factory fitting technique is employed which has been perfected from 125 years experience to ensure our product is the best value for money and outlasts the life of other brands.
http://www.ralphmartindale.co.uk/ralphmartindale/general.html
Each face of the blade has three grooves which assist the blade's removal from sapwood. The grooves extend to the tang of the blade to form a mechanical lock with the handle.
Our product is therefore lightweight and easy to use. The blade is roll forged to give an outstandingly well balanced tool to meet the arduous demands of rural farmers throughout the tropical regions of the world.
Only "Crocodile" brand machets are made from tapered steel section with grooves which makes our product distinctly better than our competitors.
Quality is assured because we control every stage of production from steel billet to finished machet.Every blade is individually tested to ensure the hardened and tempered steel characteristics conform to our strict quality controls.
We guarantee 100% inspection.
All our handles are made from German beech wood. We monitor the moisture content of the timber to make sure the product is consistent and does not split under normal circumstances.
The timber is cross-sawn for maximum strength and stability. The handle is fitted to the blade with solid steel rivets and washers. A special factory fitting technique is employed which has been perfected from 125 years experience to ensure our product is the best value for money and outlasts the life of other brands.
http://www.ralphmartindale.co.uk/ralphmartindale/general.html
Chillington Tool Company - Quality Garden Tools & Agrecultural tools
The Chillington Tool Company has been supplying the agricultural and construction industries with quality hot forged Hoes and Forks for over one hundred years. Using Quality high carbon steel, Chillington sets the highest standard for quality worldwide.
Chillington manufactures a large selection of patterns in a wide range of sizes.
Chillington Hoes and Forks are sold throughout the world under a number of different brand names, the most famous being the "Crocodile".
All Chillington products are recognised as the hallmark of quality, durability and reliability.
https://www.chillingtontoolsonline.co.uk/default.asp
Chillington manufactures a large selection of patterns in a wide range of sizes.
Chillington Hoes and Forks are sold throughout the world under a number of different brand names, the most famous being the "Crocodile".
All Chillington products are recognised as the hallmark of quality, durability and reliability.
https://www.chillingtontoolsonline.co.uk/default.asp
Stewart Garden Products
Established in 1945, Stewart has an enviable reputation as a UK manufacturer and leading Brand in the Garden products market. Within this market the Stewart brand is widely recognised as representing quality, innovation and excellent customer support. We are proud of our company heritage and our objective is to continue the development and improvement of all areas of our business in manufacturing, marketing and customer service.
Ongoing investment in new technology is enabling us to meet the challenges of a demanding market place. Trade customers and consumers will benefit from the results of new energy saving, highly efficient machinery which will bring forward a continual supply of new product at competitive market pricing. We are also adding to our significant level of merchandising and POS support as we recognise the vital importance of communicating the product benefits to your customers.
http://www.stewartcompany.co.uk/
Ongoing investment in new technology is enabling us to meet the challenges of a demanding market place. Trade customers and consumers will benefit from the results of new energy saving, highly efficient machinery which will bring forward a continual supply of new product at competitive market pricing. We are also adding to our significant level of merchandising and POS support as we recognise the vital importance of communicating the product benefits to your customers.
Stewart is totally committed to the Garden products market and have a clearly identified programme of investment in new technology and products manufactured and distributed from our UK base. Efficiency benefits derived in partnership with the Carbon Trust and our recent introduction of biodegradable flowerpots, demonstrate a continuation of our operating principles as an innovative, reliable and socially responsible supplier.
http://www.stewartcompany.co.uk/
Midland Holloware - UK Manufacturer of Quality Galvanized products
Midland Holloware Limited is one of the UK's leading manufacturers and suppliers of galvanized steel hollowware products. Our product range includes galvanized steel dustbins, garden incinerators, and many general hardware products such as galvanised steel buckets, coal hods, coal bunkers etc.
Our manufacturing plant is situated in Lye in the West Midlands. This in the the heart of the Black Country - an area of the West Midlands which is famed for it's manufacturing skills and traditions. Lye in particular has for centuries been the centre of the holloware industry, which is the making of galvanized steel "hollow" products such as bins, buckets, watering cans etc.
Our range of goods are all made to excellent standards with good solid design, and quality, traditional manufacturing techniques. We are now one of the UK's leading manufacturers and suppliers of galvanized steel hollowware products and our product range includes galvanized steel dustbins, garden incinerators, and many general hardware products such as galvanised steel buckets, coal hods, coal bunkers etc.
Our goods are
British Made
Manufactured to high quality standards
British Made
Manufactured to high quality standards
Countax - Garden tractors
For over 27 years, Countax has led the way in the design and manufacture of garden tractors and out-front ride on mowers. They are the preferred choice for gardens containing large lawns, orchards, paddocks and steep slopes.
http://www.countax.co.uk/default.htm
http://www.countax.co.uk/default.htm
More UK Limited - Plastics for the home
What More UK Limited was established in 1999 and we have rapidly grown to become the UK’s largest manufacturer of plastic injection household and storage products.
The foundations of this success have been built on two overriding principles; product innovation and customer service, with WhatMore UK and their customers continuing to reap the rewards of the company’s dedication to ongoing investment.
Dealing with customers across the national, regional, wholesale and independent sectors, in both the UK and export markets, WhatMore UK manufacture the vast majority of their product range on-site at their superb purpose built site here in Lancashire.
Customers regularly testify to WhatMore UK’s efficient and reliable service. This is something that the company prides itself on, investing a great deal of time and resource into ensuring that the service their customers receive is quite literally second to none.
http://www.whatmoreuk.com/?action=aboutus
The foundations of this success have been built on two overriding principles; product innovation and customer service, with WhatMore UK and their customers continuing to reap the rewards of the company’s dedication to ongoing investment.
Dealing with customers across the national, regional, wholesale and independent sectors, in both the UK and export markets, WhatMore UK manufacture the vast majority of their product range on-site at their superb purpose built site here in Lancashire.
Customers regularly testify to WhatMore UK’s efficient and reliable service. This is something that the company prides itself on, investing a great deal of time and resource into ensuring that the service their customers receive is quite literally second to none.
http://www.whatmoreuk.com/?action=aboutus
Hawes Watering Cans
Over one hundred years ago in 1886 John Haws of Clapton, London obtained a patent for an improved watering pot. The patent read:
As business grew so did the need for bigger premises and in 1991, production and dispatch facilities were consolidated on a single site at Beakes Road, Smethwick. Gradually more and more production of metal products was brought back in house.
Haws Watering Cans have been manufactured in England since 1886.
http://www.haws.co.uk/
‘This new invention forms a watering pot that is much easier to carry and tip, and at the same time being much cleaner, and more adapted for use than any other put before the public.’
As business grew so did the need for bigger premises and in 1991, production and dispatch facilities were consolidated on a single site at Beakes Road, Smethwick. Gradually more and more production of metal products was brought back in house.
Haws Watering Cans have been manufactured in England since 1886.
http://www.haws.co.uk/
Dennis Lawn mowers and grounds equipment
Dennis as a company started life at the end of the 19th Century when brothers Raymond & John Dennis set up in business together manufacturing motorised tricyles in Guildford.
In 1922 the Dennis Motor Lawn Mower was announced. The company was already doing a lot of business with the local authorities so it was a logical step as they were responsible for looking after many acres of public parks.
The mowers were innovative too and Dennis were the first motor mower manufacturer to include a differential in the rear roller allowing it to be turned without marking the grass.
Since 1981 investment in design has been paramount Premiers and Paragon machines were revamped to accommodate reliable Kohler electric start engines superceded by Kubota petrol and diesel power units.
New products were developed and in the late 1980’s Marathon Mowers of Portway, Birmingham were purchased giving a broader product base of verge and rough cut machines. These machines were based on the famous Wolseley Clearway.
Design and development are still at the forefront of our ethos. New products are in development and exciting products continue to be improved.
Customer feedback is critical to our success and many of our designs are as a direct result of our discussions with groundsmen, greenkeepers and gardeners.
http://www.dennisuk.com/lawn-mower/premier/
In 1922 the Dennis Motor Lawn Mower was announced. The company was already doing a lot of business with the local authorities so it was a logical step as they were responsible for looking after many acres of public parks.
The mowers were innovative too and Dennis were the first motor mower manufacturer to include a differential in the rear roller allowing it to be turned without marking the grass.
Since 1981 investment in design has been paramount Premiers and Paragon machines were revamped to accommodate reliable Kohler electric start engines superceded by Kubota petrol and diesel power units.
New products were developed and in the late 1980’s Marathon Mowers of Portway, Birmingham were purchased giving a broader product base of verge and rough cut machines. These machines were based on the famous Wolseley Clearway.
Design and development are still at the forefront of our ethos. New products are in development and exciting products continue to be improved.
Customer feedback is critical to our success and many of our designs are as a direct result of our discussions with groundsmen, greenkeepers and gardeners.
http://www.dennisuk.com/lawn-mower/premier/
H & E Knowles Lye Ltd - Parasene garden and galvanised iron products
Parasene is a Division of H & E Knowles Lye Ltd, we produce the highest quality garden, home ware, DIY and Iron products. Innovative ideas, constant product development and expansion ensures a unique range that is both durable and functional.
H & E Knowles was founded in th early 1920's by Jack Knowles, the company pioneered the manufacture of 'tin baths' at it Lye Works until the onset of the Second world war.
After the War Jack Knowles with his Daughter and Four Sons resumed production making and selling tin baths and other galvanised wares in and around the Black Country.
In 1959 founder Jack Knowles son Henry and Ethel his wife took control of the expanding 'metal bashing business' Joined by their son Eric trading as H & E Knowles and Son. The current company H & E Knowles (Lye) Limited was incorporated in 1962 continuing in the family tradition of making quality galvanised wares. Henry Knowles died in the late 1960's and his widow Ethel with Son Eric continued to build the business.
Today Peter Knowles is the fourth generation to be at the helm of the family run business. Driving the company forward with new product innovation and a vigorous worldwide exporting programme.
Daniel Knowles (Peter's Son) is the fifth generation of the Knowles family to join the company and in due course 'Faith' Peter's Daughter will also be recruited by the company and together they will help drive the business forward.
In March 2006 H & E Knowles acquired the brand Parasene, with whom they shared many common goals and a similar long traditional history. Parasene, famous for its branded garden products, are similarly based in the Black Country and sell throughout the United Kingdom and the rest of the World.
https://www.parasene.com/vshop/prodlist.asp?search=1&parentID=105&l_categoryID=110
H & E Knowles was founded in th early 1920's by Jack Knowles, the company pioneered the manufacture of 'tin baths' at it Lye Works until the onset of the Second world war.
After the War Jack Knowles with his Daughter and Four Sons resumed production making and selling tin baths and other galvanised wares in and around the Black Country.
In 1959 founder Jack Knowles son Henry and Ethel his wife took control of the expanding 'metal bashing business' Joined by their son Eric trading as H & E Knowles and Son. The current company H & E Knowles (Lye) Limited was incorporated in 1962 continuing in the family tradition of making quality galvanised wares. Henry Knowles died in the late 1960's and his widow Ethel with Son Eric continued to build the business.
Today Peter Knowles is the fourth generation to be at the helm of the family run business. Driving the company forward with new product innovation and a vigorous worldwide exporting programme.
Daniel Knowles (Peter's Son) is the fifth generation of the Knowles family to join the company and in due course 'Faith' Peter's Daughter will also be recruited by the company and together they will help drive the business forward.
In March 2006 H & E Knowles acquired the brand Parasene, with whom they shared many common goals and a similar long traditional history. Parasene, famous for its branded garden products, are similarly based in the Black Country and sell throughout the United Kingdom and the rest of the World.
https://www.parasene.com/vshop/prodlist.asp?search=1&parentID=105&l_categoryID=110
Whitefurze - Innovative Quality Plastic products
Whitefurze Ltd was formed in 1977 by the owner and Managing Director, Philip Lanni. Philip started with a small range of plastic consumer products and has built a successful and dynamic business with comprehensive ranges of plastic products in the Housewares, Food Storage, General Storage, Gardening, Pet, and Hardware sectors. The Company's growth has been built on it's ability to design and produce competitively priced quality products and its commitment to giving a first class service to its customer base.
All of our products are manufactured in the UK and our brand new offices, warehousing and distribution centre opened on the 13th October 2003. This new facility encompasses state of the art technology backed by a generous increased capacity enabling the Company to improve further on the service it is able to give to its customers and to further enhance its product range. We use our own vehicles and are able to deliver to most areas on a weekly basis.
The Whitefurze brand name is widely recognised within the industry as a brand leader offering retailers a value for money product range through a network of distributors both Nationally and Internationally. We pride ourselves on both the quality and style of the products ranges we offer as well as innovative and abundant product launches every year.
Bulldog Tools - High Quality Garden tools
"Bulldog Tools have been made at Clarington Forge, Wigan for 230 years. The factory has the only full time working forge still making spades and forks within the UK, producing over 2000 garden and contractors tools every day.
Bulldog Tools currently employs over 65 people, most of whom are multi-skilled. It is quite common for several generations of the same family to have worked for the company with some employees tracing their family ties back four generations.
Farmers, contractors and professional landscapers stand as a testament to the quality of product upon which their livelihood depends. The skill and craftsmanship that was the key to the company’s success in years gone by, are still maintained and the same forging process is used to this day.
Bulldog Tools uses a unique specification steel which results in exceptionally strong tool heads with the flexibility to absorb all the shock and pressure of hard work, without distorting or breaking. The timber for the handles is all purchased from sustainable sources."
Thomas Flinn & Co - Quality Saw and Hand tool manufacturers
As we head into the 21st century, you will also see that we have now gone ecommerce with "The World of Woodworking" website to ensure that as many customers as possible can gain easy access to our products and also many other great Sheffield tools. Our ideals mean that we feel it is important to fly the British flag when it comes to the tooling industry as it is through this mentality that we have found our great customer base and means we want to provide our customers with only the best products.
Much of our company history now encorporates the history of the Pax and Lynx brands, which both have origins in the 18th century. This means that they are some of the oldest saws still in production today and it seems somewhat sad that some of our products, such as the William Greaves saws came from one of the largest and now diminshed company (of the same name)that was once prolific in Sheffield. We feel it is now a great honour to be able to promote the Pax and Lynx brands as a mark of true Sheffield quality.
The latest addition to our product lines was added in June 2008 in the form of the Roberts & Lee saw company. This was the last other known saw manufacturers in the UK. This is now in operation from our factory."
http://www.flinn-garlick-saws.co.uk/
Brannan Thermometer Manufacturer
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Sidney Brannan, a thermometer maker from South London, founded the business in 1913. Steady growth has been achieved by focusing on mechanised production and customer service. Brannan remains a family business committed to excellence in quality and service.
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Naylor Group (Yorkshire Flowerpots)
The discovery of a rich seam of clay led to the foundation of a clay brick and pipe factory, which has evolved into a modern-day group of businesses with a turnover of £30m, 250 people, factories in South and West Yorkshire, Fife and the West Midlands and a strong reputation in the market for quality and service.
The last decade has seen the company change dramatically. A huge capital investment programme- £18m has been invested over the last 10 years- has enabled Naylor both to diversify as well as to improve the productivity of its existing business.
http://www.naylor.co.uk/
Errington Reay & Co. Ltd.
Since Victorian times, when it earned its nationwide reputation for high quality sanitary ware, drainage pipes and ornamental pottery for domestic use, Errington Reay has remained a traditional family run pottery.
Today at Bardon Mill, we are proud of the fact that Errington Reay is the last commercial pottery in Britain licensed to produce salt glaze pottery. We still only practice traditional ways of hand hrowing, hand moulding and casting. These together with specialised salt glazing and firing techniques, give Errington Reay pottery its truly unique textured finish.
Errington Reay. Superior British pottery.
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