British Millerain is the world's premier manufacturer of waxed cotton

Established in 1880, British Millerain is the world's premier manufacturer of waxed cotton. Our range of textiles has been developed through more than a century of refinement and testing, using skills handed down through generations. Today, British Millerain is a major global supplier of performance textiles for commercial and military applications.



http://www.britishmillerain.com/

Dotty Brown: Vintage Fabrics and Oilcloth

Dotty Brown is a wonderful collection of vintage inspired fabrics, oilcloth, home furnishings and gifts, handcrafted in our factory right here in sunny Lancashire.

Our high quality products are made by the same skilled workers who joined us when we began supplying our retail customers back in 1983.

These charming and whimsical designs are cleverly brought to life with the use of bold fun colours, which can be used practically in every room of your home, without costing the earth.

The range is designed to coordinate for chic and easy living, yet this twist on English country style also allows you to create a more quirky, individual look.

We are proud to bring British products direct to your home and our aim is to continue to create delightful textiles for your enjoyment for many years to come.

http://www.dottybrown.com/index.html

Holland Cooper Tweed clothing

 Holland Cooper offers four clothing lines; fashionable and functional tweed menswear and womenswear, stylish sportswear and the adorable HC Binks dog wear. Holland Cooper is the complete luxury lifestyle brand to have taken the 'twee out of tweed'.  We are proud of our heritage and pride ourselves on being a British brand. All the tweedswe use are sourced in Britain. All Holland Cooper tweed garments are hand cut and made in the UK. Never be ordinary again!



http://www.hollandcooper.com/

Structure-flex - Performance textile Applications

Structure-flex fabricate Dry bulk packaging, Commercial Vehicle Covers, Bulk liquid Packaging, Lifting & Safety Systems and equipment, a comprhensive range of Graphics products as well as Special Projects for performance textile applications.


They have on shored more of their production back to their head office.


 





http://www.structure-flex.co.uk/index.php 

David Nieper Ladies fashions

Beautifully made soft and luxurious ladies clothing made in their own factory in Derbyshire. Strong UK made ethic and support the retention of textile manufacturing skills enabling the development of their own unique style which is also exported.

Brisbane Moss - Weavers and converters

Since the middle of the 19th century, Moss Brothers had been weavers and converters of corduroy and moleskin fabric. About the turn of the century The English Velvet Cord Dyeing Company moved into the district and took over some of the local dyeing firms. Fearing the prospect of a monopoly in the dyeing trade, which could be to their disadvantage, several clothing companies got together along with the largest dyers in the district, Moss Bros.Ltd. with their extensive dye works at Bridgeroyd. Together they formed The English Fustian Manufacturing Company Ltd. on 13th February 1901.

Over the next few decades the EFMC continued to expand and eventually became a vertical operation incorporating Spinning, Weaving, Dyeing, Clothing Manufacture and also Retail outlets. In the early 1980’s due to changes in the demand for Corduroy Moleskin and Fustians and along with the competition from other countries the English Fustian Co were forced into administration with many of the divisions closing down. It was at this time that M Chapmans & Sons who also specialized in Pile Fabrics became associated with Brisbane Moss and Moss Brothers Dyers, and became the current owners in 1983. http://www.brisbanemoss.co.uk/about.asp

Alfred Brown are weavers of fine quality worsted cloth in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Alfred Brown are weavers of fine quality worsted cloth in Leeds, West Yorkshire. We are one of the few remaining Yorkshire Mills with bulk production. We trade on a reputation for quality, value, honesty and excellent service.

Founder Herbert Brown created the original company Brown & Sons (Bramley) in 1915.

Today the company is managed by fourth generation family members, Joint Managing Directors Ian and Nigel Brown and Sales Director, Roger McArdle.

We weave and supply fabrics for Menswear and Ladieswear to retailers, tailors and cloth merchants worldwide, in Pure New Wool, Wool with Cashmere, Wool with Mohair, Lycra and Polyester Wool Blends.

The Company has always invested in technological innovation, our production continues to benefit from our investment in state of the art machinery.

The name Alfred Brown is recognised as a very British brand in the UK, Europe, US and Japanese markets.

James Grove and Sons Ltd - Button manufacturer

James Grove and Sons have been manufacturing buttons for over 150 years and is still owned by the original Grove family, who are now into their Fifth Generation



http://www.jamesgroveandsons.co.uk/

‘Knitti - Children's knitted clothing

As little girls, my sister Melly and I skipped around the hills and market towns of North Wales in knitted girls dresses our Mum made on her hardy Brother knitting machine. People would stop and ask where they could buy dresses like ours and many of today's Knitti dresses are mirrored to match those early designs.

Two years ago my ‘Knitti idea’ first emerged - to bring beautiful, top quality ‘Made in England’ knitted girls dresses to the childrenswear market.


****Note this company seems to have closed***

http://www.knitti.co.uk/

Acorn of England - Shirt fabric manufacturer

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back againhttp://www.acornfabrics.com/view_home.html for stocking and distribution.

James Johnston & Company of Elgin Limited - Cashmere

As we embrace the Winter months thoughts naturally turn to the cosy comfort of Johnstons cashmere and fine knitwear.  At Johnstons we stive to continuously make products that are both stylish and of the highest quality, from the painstaking craftsmanship that goes into each and every garment to making sure we price our products appropriately and that we provide a second-to-none service when you shop with us.
The greater part of our range is crafted in our two mills in Elgin and Hawick by 700 skilled staff. We remain the last fully vertical mill in the UK, the only still to carry out all processes from raw material to finished garment, which gives us unique competitive advantages.
With our 213 year history, we pride ourselves in making better products, with superior colour, design, handle, drape and longevity. We use only the best raw materials and every product is washed in our own local water, ensuring the softest of finishes. We are among that rare breed of manufacturers who still retain the skills to achieve these standards.

http://www.johnstonscashmere.com/

Fibre Harvest, specialist Worsted Fibre processing and spinning

Coldharbour Mill has been chosen for the location of Fibre Harvest due to its historical textile tradition and commitment to textile education.
The purpose built mill is a reminder of the UK's great textile heritage and has excellent worsted spinning facilities plus the advantage of being open to the public to inform and educate. The new processing facility will be sited in the original carding and combing shed alongside traditional machinery. The plant will be open to the public for viewing.
The mill also boasts beautiful water side gardens and an excellent restaurant.
For more information about the mill please visit the website www.coldharbourmill.org.uk
Coldharbour Mill site is open to the public where you can visit the restored and functioning water wheel, currently operating the mills spinning machinery.
Coldharbour Mill produces a range of high quality yarns and fibres for all aspects of the textiles craft from the hobby enthusiast to textile designer. Visit the mill shop for an extensive range of yarns, fibres including British Wool, UK Alpaca, Cashmere and many other fibres as well as a range of high quality textile garments and accessories.

http://www.fibreharvest.co.uk/

Fox Brothers - Makers of the world's finest flannel

Established in 1772 by Thomas Fox, the company has thrived in the beautiful rural surroundings of Somerset in the West of England for nearly 250 years. The company is based on the outskirts of the historic town of Wellington, home of the Wellington Monument, built in honour of Arthur Wellesley, the famous Duke of Wellington. Wellington stands between the River Tone and the spectacular Blackdown Hills, just an hour from Bath. This wonderful environment provides the perfect base for producing luxury cloth, a fact that is clearly reflected in the exceptional quality of the Fox Brothers' product.

Apprenticeships

Knowledge, craftsmanship and heritage are at the heart of the fabric making process at Fox Brothers, many of our workforce having followed their fathers and grandfathers into the business. We intend to continue to produce the world's finest woollen cloth, for discerning clients, from our Somerset base for many years to come. To this end we are introducing an apprenticeship scheme to ensure that the traditional skills required in the making of fine woollen fabrics, are passed down to the next generation.

http://www.foxflannel.com/england.php

Dormeuil - Luxury Yorkshire suit cloth

Dormeuil; .... made from the finest English worsted, woven in Huddersfield and Leeds


http://www.dormeuil.com/cloth/en/

Solva Woollen Mill

Solva Woollen Mill was opened in 1907 and has been owned by only two families in 100 years. The Grime family have owned the mill since 1986 and is now managed by their son Tom. We are the oldest working woollen mill in Pembrokeshire and the last remaining Welsh woollen mill that specialises in flat weave carpeting. If you are unable to find what you require in our shop please contact us to discuss weaving something to suit your requirements.
 




http://www.solvawoollenmill.co.uk/

Smiths of Peterhead - Scottish woollen sprinners since 1818

After over 150 years at Kirkburn Mills in Peterhead we've now successfully moved our mill to new premisis only 5 miles from our old site. The new site is part of the Buchan Braes development at the former RAF camp in Boddam, near Peterhead, where we will also have our mill shop.

Please note that our carding and spinning department is still at our mill at Milladen, Mintlaw near Peterhead.

Our move to Buchan Braes is a first step to an exciting future for our company and its contribution to Scottish textiles.

http://www.smithsofpeterhead.com/

Brisbane Moss - Fine fabrics

Since the middle of the 19th century, Moss Brothers had been weavers and converters of corduroy and moleskin fabric. About the turn of the century The English Velvet Cord Dyeing Company moved into the district and took over some of the local dyeing firms. Fearing the prospect of a monopoly in the dyeing trade, which could be to their disadvantage, several clothing companies got together along with the largest dyers in the district, Moss Bros.Ltd. with their extensive dye works at Bridgeroyd. Together they formed The English Fustian Manufacturing Company Ltd. on 13th February 1901.

Over the next few decades the EFMC continued to expand and eventually became a vertical operation incorporating Spinning, Weaving, Dyeing, Clothing Manufacture and also Retail outlets. In the early 1980’s due to changes in the demand for Corduroy Moleskin and Fustians and along with the competition from other countries the English Fustian Co were forced into administration with many of the divisions closing down. It was at this time that M Chapmans & Sons who also specialized in Pile Fabrics became associated with Brisbane Moss and Moss Brothers Dyers, and became the current owners in 1983.

The relationship has proved to be very successful and culminated in winning the Queens Award for Export in 2004 which was presented to our Managing Director Mr Ian Darrah by Prince Andrew in an ceremony at our premises in Todmorden and a further presentation with Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip in Buckingham Palace. This award shows the importance of quality and traditional fabrics around the world and the enviable reputation that Brisbane Moss has built up over the years.

http://www.brisbanemoss.co.uk/about.asp

John Atkinson - Blankets

John Atkinson has been manufacturing the finest blankets since 1828.
Here at John Atkinson we believe in high quality UK produced products. Being manufacturers ourselves we know how important it is to demand the highest quality raw materials matched with the knowledge and expertise of dedicated colleagues to ensure the end result is nothing but the very best.

http://www.atkinsonblankets.co.uk/

Joseph H. Clissold - Wool Suit fabrics

Wool textiles have been processed, fabrics woven and dyed in the steep valleys around Bradford and Huddersfield in Yorkshire for hundreds of years. In 1910 John Henry Clissold opened his woollen manufacturing business at Cleckheaton near Bradford. Three decades later Robert Laidlaw commenced spinning and weaving Scottish tweed fabrics in the north of Scotland and became industry leaders in the application of colour in men's jacketing fabrics. Laidlaw joined the Clissold Group in 1989. Over the last 20 years the company has invested heavily in technology. The whole administration from fabric design to final despatch is controlled by an integrated computer system which adds efficiency of production to the craft skills of the workforce. Dechamps was acquired at the beginning of 2003 and has a history of Wool Textile Production in Belgium and Germany since 1857. Production and Administration are now based in Yorkshire with the Sales and Marketing directed from our Belgian office. The Clissold Group business is truly world wide with major customers in Latin America, USA, Canada, UK and Europe, the Middle East, South East Asia, China, Korea and Japan. British cloth is recognised around the world as the finest available. All Clissold Group fabric is woven in England and most of it has 'Made in England' woven into the selvedge. This and the   company's seal ensure the buyer is receiving the genuine article. http://www.clissold.co.uk/products.htm

Ackroyd and Dawson Limited - 100% British wool cloth

Ackroyd and Dawson Limited cloth can be found carrying the Ackroyd and Dawson wool mark that guarantees the cloth to be genuine 100% British wool and British alpaca and processed and woven only in the British Isles. Our quality cloth comes from rare and traditional breeds of sheep and alpaca that have been carefully nurtured over many years, developing a fleece that will produce a staple and crimp that produces some of the best wool in the world.

Exclusive and stock portfolio runs of Ackroyd and Dawson’s finished cloth is available to the garment industry, fashion houses, and bespoke tailors. The company will eventually be introducing branded luxury garments, bedding, and soft furnishings, and is planning to supply the ‘green’ industry with 100% British wool for insulation, medical bandaging supplies, protection industry equipment, and thermal wear.
We intend to support and encourage apprenticeships, thereby raising skills within the industries and farming so that their businesses can grow. As business increases people will prosper. Businesses, fashion and interior designers, and tailors want British wool but cannot obtain it – not until now. Ackroyd and Dawson offers a niche product due to a limited supply of luxury cloth in addition to a bespoke service that promotes an exclusivity and desirability in the market place.
The Ackroyd and Dawson families have been part of the wool industry since the beginning of the 19th century, and more than likely before that. Ackroyd and Dawson are names that are synonymous with the wool industry from the time when Britain was the wool capital of the world. William Ackroyd’s Yorkshire mill was founded in 1810, and various members of the Ackroyd family line operated mills right through both world wars. Joseph Dawson was famously instrumental in the mechanical processing of cashmere wool in the second half of the 1800’s.
Over the span of our lives we have watched the industry diminish to a shadow of its former glory and be overtaken by inferior products in the guise of luxury without durability or value for money; British tweed, woollen and worsted cloth can offer both durability and value in addition to luxury. Ackroyd and Dawson is part of the British Wool Revival to re-invigorate the industry, the farms, the fields, the jobs, the skills, and the heart and hearth of Britain.

http://ackroydanddawson.com/Welcome