Loughborough Bellfoundry
Since 1859, the bellfoundry has been home to historic bell makers John Taylor & Co. They have cast more than 25,000 bells that are hung...
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- Mar 27
- 1 min
Burleigh in Stoke on Trent
Behind the scenes at the renowned Middleport Pottery, the last working Victorian pottery in England and Burleigh's home since 1889....
- Oct 3, 2022
- 1 min
Ernest Wright Scissors
For a long time I've been intrigued by Sheffield and it's network of metalworkers and craftsmen. Ernest Wright reflects everything the...
- Jul 7, 2021
- 1 min
Drapers Of Glastonbury
I stumbled across this fourth generation sheepskin manufacturer in Glastonbury. They have been making footwear since 1937 and are now the...
- Mar 9, 2021
- 1 min
Caravan Life
During the coldest snap we've had this winter, I noticed a small horse drawn caravan perched on the common up above where I live. I...
- Mar 9, 2021
- 1 min
Margo Selby Studio Visit
I have always admired Margo Selby's colourful woven textiles and have been aware of her work since my sister interned for her 15 years...
- Mar 9, 2021
- 1 min
Nek Chand Garden
Ten years ago I visited Nek Chand's Rock Garden in the Indian city of Chandigarh, a fascinating metropolis designed by Le Corbusier. The...
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