Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Bespoke Woodwork & Custom Joinery in Cheshire
Established in 1972, we are a family-run business specialising in bespoke woodwork crafted through traditional techniques. Our Cheshire workshop creates custom kitchens, joinery, and furniture using mortice-and-tenon joints without reliance on CNC machines or mass production. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team prioritises quality over quantity, maintaining hands-on involvement in every project.We operate from restored premises at Redesmere Farm, focusing on repeat business rather than advertising. Our commitment to craftsmanship ensures each piece is made to last, with costs reflecting material quality rather than showroom expenses.
Services
Bespoke Kitchens
Custom Joinery
Furniture Making
Oak Construction
Traditional Techniques
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- 50 years of continuous experience in traditional woodwork
- No CNC machines or standardised production methods
- Mortice-and-tenon joints ensure superior craftsmanship
- High repeat business without advertising since 1972
- Family-run business maintaining hands-on workshop involvement
Services
Bespoke Kitchens
Handcrafted kitchen solutions tailored to individual specifications using traditional joinery techniques. Each design incorporates functional requirements with aesthetic preferences, ensuring durability through mortice-and-tenon construction. Projects range from period restorations to contemporary installations.
Custom Joinery
Specialist timber components manufactured to precise measurements for both new builds and heritage properties. Includes windows, doors, staircases and built-in storage solutions using sustainably sourced hardwoods. All elements finished to match architectural styles.
Furniture Making
Commissioned furniture pieces created from design concept to final installation. Offerings include dining tables, cabinetry and bedroom sets using solid oak and other premium timbers. Each item finished with hand-rubbed oils or protective lacquers.
Oak Construction
Structural oak framing for extensions, conservatories and standalone buildings. Traditional methods ensure longevity, with each joint cut by hand to maintain structural integrity without metal fasteners. Bespoke designs accommodate modern and historic properties.
Traditional Techniques
Legacy woodworking methods passed through generations, avoiding modern mass-production tools. Focus on hand-cut joints, natural finishes and time-tested construction principles. Ensures each piece maintains authenticity and long-term durability.
People
Olly
Director
Third-generation woodworker leading daily operations at the Cheshire workshop. Apprenticed under his father and Stan, overseeing all commissions since 2016. Maintains strict adherence to traditional techniques while managing business growth.
Jane
Partner
Business and life partner of Olly, involved in project coordination and client relations. Ensures seamless communication between craftsmen and clients throughout the commission process. Contributes to design consultations and workshop management.
Questions
Do you use modern machinery for production?
We exclusively use traditional hand tools and techniques, avoiding CNC machines or automated processes to maintain craftsmanship integrity.
Can you match period-specific designs?
Yes, our team specialises in replicating historical joinery styles and can create exact replicas of heritage features.
What timber types do you work with?
Primarily oak, but we also use ash, walnut, and other hardwoods sourced from sustainable forests.
How long does a typical commission take?
Timelines vary by complexity but average 8-12 weeks for kitchens and 4-6 weeks for furniture pieces.
Do you provide site measurements?
Yes, we conduct detailed site surveys to ensure perfect fitting of all installed components.
Is installation included in your services?
Full installation service is provided for all joinery and kitchen projects within Cheshire.
