J E Wilson and Sons(Kendal) - Confectionery

It is now over eighty years since James Wilson first started his world famous mintcake at the New York Inn premises in Kendal, where originally other confectionery such as Kendal Butter Tabs and Westmeria Caramel Toffee were made.


Kendal Mint Cake became so popular it was soon decided to concentrate on this product alone. By 1915 it became necessary to move to larger premises in Stricklandgate, where it was also possible to open a sweet shop and small factory.


The factory and shop were completely rebuilt in 1938 and a restaurant opened. Kendal Mint Cake became increasingly popular with tourists in the Lake District as well as climbers and explorers who found that, with its high energy value, Mint cake gave them a delicious and refreshing energy boost.


In 1966 yet another extension and factory were built but due to further demand by 1983 it finally became necessary to move completely to a new 12,000 sq ft factory at Cross Lane, Kendal which is where our premises are still situated today.

Kendal Mint Cake is still made in exactly the same way as it was nearly 100 years ago, stiring the sugar by hand in copper pans to get that magic taste.


http://www.wilsonsofkendal.co.uk/index.aspx

The Toffee Shop in Penrith - English Toffee and Fudge since 1910

The Toffee Shop in Penrith, Cumbria on the edge of the Lake District, has been making fudge and toffee since 1910.

The taste of Penrith Fudge is quite unique and elusive to describe as that of a fine wine. Our delicious fudge and toffee is all home made on the premises.

Fudge addicts flock here from all over the world because, until recently, this was the only place to buy it. It's on the left hand side at the bottom of the hill as you come into Penrith. If you find yourself lost it really doesn't matter - Penrith is not large and absolutely everyone knows where the Toffee Shop is.The Toffee Shop was originally opened by the Furnass family just after the First World War and has worked through three families, eventually being owned by Neil and Pat Boustead.

Fudge is made from butter, sugar and milk to a simple recipe and in small batches, so that it cooks evenly and thoroughly. There are always plenty of people to fuss over the 8 brass pans - stirring it when it needs stirring, and checking that it never boils over or catches in the pan. Once cooked, the fudge is poured into cooling trays and then cut by hand into slabs.We should not forget the toffee -made with sugar, butter, syrup or black treacle - it also packs a powerful punch. It is also made by hand and once cooled in trays is broken up with a hammer and the irregularly shaped pieces individually wrapped.

There are hundreds of fudge shops in Britain so what makes this one so different? - It's difficult to describe the sensation of eating the fudge - it's a rich grainy textured fudge like tablet (Scottish fudge) but smoother and not as sweet, so you can eat masses without feeling sick. Lord Lichfield has been quoted as calling it " the best fudge in the world" and endorses this by having regular orders sent.

http://www.thetoffeeshop.co.uk/index.htm

Carrs of Carlisle - bread flours

About Carrs Breadmaker

Jonathan Dodgson Carr was a remarkable man, with a life characterised by invention, hard work and thrift. Son of a Quaker grocer, he set off to walk from his home in Kendal to Carlisle determined to be a success and contribute something to the life of the nation.

Within 15 years Carrs of Carlisle had become one of the largest baking businesses in Britain. He was also a vigorous campaigner against slavery and the Corn Laws.

He started milling flour in 1836 for his famous Table Water biscuit factory, and was the first person to recognise the benefits of high quality Canadian wheat, which we now import direct to our dock on the coast at Silloth.

http://www.carrsbreadmaker.info/

Barbe & Bald Limited - Original Furniture Balm

Gently restores and refurbishes tired and abraded wood throughout the home. Recreated using traditional formulae encompassing medieval techniques and 21st century technology.



Presented in a specially commissioned bottle, wax sealed with the companys own seal and with a fragrance reminscent of a country house or fine library.


http://www.baldsbalm.co.uk/Our_products/

STONE'S pure beeswax furniture cream

STONE'S pure beeswax furniture cream has been made in Devon, England since 1760. It was invented by Dr. Stone, an Exeter pharmacist during the period of great English furniture design and manufacture. Stone's is still a small family managed company.

Stone's is used by restorers, collectors and householders on both antiques and fine modern furniture in England and abroad. The furniture of many of England's stately homes and great houses open to the public is cared for by Stone's. The polish is sold in all the Devon National Trust houses and shops who are pleased to support a true local West Country heritage product. 


http://www.stonesfurniturecream.co.uk/

Diamine Luxury no clog Inks - since 1864 - For fine writing instruments

Ink Manufacturer's since 1864 Diamine Inks relocated to this purpose built 'state of the art' factory in Liverpool in 1925, where they successfully carried on using the traditional methods and formulas for ink production. Over the years the company was taken over many times and relocated yet again, but throughout the DIAMINE TRADE MARK and production methods survived symbolising the finest quality in Fountain Pen Inks, Calligraphy Ink, Drawing Ink and Writing Inks. Cartridges were recently added to our range, supplied in boxes of 18 with a range of 10 colours.

Diamine Inks are experiencing a very exciting revival and are proud to continue their ink making tradition only changing the original formulas were necessary to comply with current legislation. Due to the very fine quality Diamine fountain pen inks are suitable for all brands of pen and do not clog. The new large attractive 80ml glass Bottles of traditional fine quality ink supplied in 26 vivid colours, makes for extremely good value making each bottle a pleasue to own and all very collectable. Our latest addition to our colour range is Monaco Red which was specially formulated for His Serene highness Prince Rainer III of Monaco and the Grimaldi family in conjuction with a presentation of a limited edition fountain pen. Good enough for royalty, good enough for you!

http://www.diamineinks.co.uk/

Sigma Fountain Pens

Sigma of England produce luxury handmade fountain pens, rollerballs and ballpens all made in the UK.

The Sigma Style fountain pen is painstakingly handcrafted from Italian resins and we offer a superb selection of handcrafted, custom made and ergonomic pens and rollers in the Sentinel, Bolivia, Havannah and other luxury ranges.

Buy your fountain pen direct and get a personal service; we are pleased to take phone orders and our experts will happily discuss any aspect of the pens to ensure 100% satisfaction.

Fountain pens and matching rollers are handcrafted, polished and assembled in the UK

http://www.sigmapens.co.uk/