THIS IS A DIRECTORY OF SELECTED BRITISH MANUFACTURERS AND RETAILERS OF BRITISH-MADE WARES
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AIRFIX is the oldest UK manufacturer of scale plastic model kits, which have given joy to generations of model-makers - young and old. Founded in 1939, this iconic company is now owned by Hornby Hobbies Ltd. Their QUICK BUILD range is manufactured in the UK. These models use parts which push together, requiring no glue or paint.
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ART OF METAL designs and manufactures unique works of art in metal, all of which are Made in Britain. These include sculptures, wall art, mirrors, candlesticks, and other decorative pieces, which have all been individually handmade. The Company also takes on commissions and bespoke work, such as making wrought iron gates to customers' designs.
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ARENA FLOWERS offers their customers the opportunity of buying seasonal British-grown flowers.
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The BRITISH BELT COMPANY, established in 1946, uses traditional leather-working skills to hand craft belts, braces, bags, and leather goods. Taking inspiration from British heritage and contemporary lifestyles, the collections are manufactured at Rutland.
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BRONNLEY was one of the original British perfumery brands, and has been proudly innovating since 1884. All of their fragrances, soaps and toiletries are made in Britain.
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C.SCOPE METAL DETECTORS have been designed and manufactured in Great Britain for over 40 years. All C.Scope metal detectors come with a two year parts and labour warranty plus three extra years parts warranty.
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CAST IN STYLE specialise in the manufacture of top quality cast iron products. All of the Kirkpatrick products are made using malleable iron at the Kirkpatrick Iron Foundry in Walsall, West Midlands, often cast using original Victorian patterns. Brass, bronze, chrome and nickel products are made at the Croft Foundry at Willenhall.
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CELTIC & CO has always been an eco-friendly company. Their sheepskin boots and slippers have been hand-made in their own purpose-built factory in Newquay, Cornwall, using British sheepskin.
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CLOSET LONDON designs and makes contemporary womenswear, including dresses, separates, tailored jackets, and seasonal outerwear. These garments are loved for their elegant shaping and stunning prints, and they are all lovingly designed and made in London.
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COOL PYJAMAS UK is a manufacturer of stylish nightwear & leisurewear. The garments are made in Portsmouth, using 100% cotton fabric made in Leicester, and they are also designed and printed in the UK.
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Straight Ltd, the company behind EVENGREENER uses recycled plastic in the manufacture of water butts, bins, caddies and composters in their factory in Yorkshire (under the Straight, Blackwall, Harcostar, Rainsaver, and Cloudburst brands).
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FREED OF LONDON has designed and hand manufactured professional dance shoes in England since 1929. Prestigious ballet companies throughout the world use Freed pointe shoes, all of which are handcrafted to order by dedicated cobblers at their main factory in Hackney, East London. The company also has production sites in Leicester and Norwich. Over the years the company has diversified and now makes shoes for multiple dance genres, and a vintage range of wedding shoes.
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The HOUSE NAMEPLATE COMPANY, established in 1987, crafts and hand-engraves house signs and numbers in North Wales. Their products are available in many materials, including natural slate, cast brass and aluminium, hand-fired ceramic, solid granite, and contemporary acrylic.
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HUMBROL PAINTS, founded in 1919 as the Humber Oil Company, is now owned by Hornby Hobbies Ltd. The company continues to make superior quality paints for model-making, arts and crafts. Their world-renowned enamel paints, and their new acrylic sprays, are produced in London and Manchester.
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LOVE COCOA was established in 2016 by a descendant of John Cadbury, who founded Cadbury chocolate in 1831. Their organic chocolate bars are made in Great Britain using the finest ingredients, sourced from independent British producers.
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ORDNANCE SURVEY is Great Britain's national mapping agency, with roots dating back to 1745. Nowadays the digital side of mapping accounts for the vast majority of business turnover for Ordnance Survey, but the Government-owned limited company still makes the comprehensive range of printed leisure maps it is famed for, in Great Britain.
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PENDENZA BEDS is Britain's first dedicated retailer of inclined bed products, including purpose-built bed frames, and foam mattress support wedges. All of the products sold have been made in Britain.
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THE PINK PIG is a family run business, created in 1992. The company produces high quality artists' materials made by hand in Yorkshire, using sustainably sourced and recycled acid free paper.
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POOCH & MUTT was founded in 2008. It is now a multi-award winning UK manufacturer of ethical food, treats and supplements packed with natural, powerful active ingredients to help your dog lead a happy, healthy life. For dogs with specific requirements they make food and treats with supplements built in, created using a CANF (Condition Appropriate Nutrient Feeding) approach.
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RIVERFORD is an award-winning organic delivery company. The company's box scheme began in 1987 on a farm in Devon, but now incorporates produce from other organic farms around Britain.
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SWIZZELS MATLOW has a heritage of sweets manufacture in Britain dating back to 1928. The company manufactures Love Hearts, as well as many other familiar British sweets, all of which can be bought directly from their factory in New Mills, Derbyshire. Love Hearts wrappers can be personalised with the names of the happy couple on the occasion of their wedding, as favours for their guests. Many of their sweets are suitable for vegetarians.
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THOMAS LYTE showcases the art of modern English craftsmanship, with handcrafted bespoke designs in silverware, luxury leather, and corporate gifts. Founded in 2007, the Company has been granted a Royal Warrant as Goldsmiths and Silversmiths to Her Majesty The Queen. There is an in-house service which can personalise any of the products to create a bespoke gift. Made in England.
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TIFFANY ROSE, founded in 2003, produces stylish and glamorous garments for pregnant women to wear on special occasions. All of their products, including evening gowns and bridal wear, are designed and Made In Britain.
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TREE2MYDOOR is a Manchester-based green gifts company, established in 2003. The award-winning company specialises in the nurturing and delivery of top quality trees as gifts, directly from the nursery to the recipient's doorstep. Each gift tree is wrapped in eco-friendly wrapping, and features a care guide and an exclusive personalised greetings card. Grown in British nurseries by experts with generations of experience.
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TWO WESTS & ELLIOTT was established in 1975, and supplies everything needed for a productive garden. All of the products in their Two Wests Own Brand section are designed, developed, and hand-made to the highest standards at their base in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.
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VOLLERS CORSETS is a family business which has been manufacturing corsets in Portsmouth since 1899. Today's elegant designs still take inspiration from original patterns, and are made in their Portsmouth based factory.
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WILTSHIRE FARM FOODS produces meals and desserts which are balanced, nutritious, and full of flavour. All of the meals are prepared in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, and are delivered frozen to your door. There are meals to suit all dietary needs, including ranges that are free from gluten, soya, egg, and dairy.
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WORMCITY produces wormeries, made from recycled English plastic, in Hampshire. These are used for worm composting, which is an easy, convenient, environmentally-friendly, and efficient way of turning waste kitchen scraps into high quality, super-rich compost all the year round.
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