Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services in Canterbury
Westgate Dry Cleaners has been a family-run business in Canterbury, Kent for over 17 years, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver exceptional fabric care. Our team brings over 30 years of collective experience in dry cleaning, laundry, alterations, and specialist garment repairs, serving both everyday needs and delicate items like wedding dresses, leather, and suede. We pride ourselves on rigorous quality control, hand-finishing every garment, and offering a reliable same-day service for urgent requirements.Our reputation as Canterbury's finest dry cleaners is built on meticulous attention to detail, from stain removal and colour correction to tailored alterations that ensure perfect fit. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, we handle everything from household linens to formal wear, maintaining the integrity of fabrics while extending their lifespan through expert care.
Services
Dry Cleaning
Laundry Service
Alterations & Repairs
Wedding Dress Cleaning
Leather & Suede Care
Curtain Cleaning
Shirt Ironing
Duvet Washing
Bridal Gown Storage
Embroidery Services
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in dry cleaning and tailoring.
- Our family-run business prioritises hand-finished, meticulous garment care.
- Same-day service available for urgent dry cleaning and alteration needs.
- Specialists in wedding dress preservation and leather/suede restoration.
- Rigorous quality control ensures every item meets our high standards.
Services
Dry Cleaning
We offer comprehensive dry cleaning for suits, wedding dresses, leather, and delicate fabrics like silk. Our process combines traditional hand-finishing with modern techniques to preserve fabric integrity. Items are inspected, cleaned, and hand-pressed for a crisp finish, often available within 24 hours.
Wedding Dress Cleaning
Specialist cleaning and preservation for wedding dresses. Stains are manually removed before gentle cleaning, followed by hand-pressing and storage in acid-free boxes. Ensures long-term protection against yellowing and damage, maintaining the gown's pristine condition for future generations.
Alterations & Repairs
Full alteration and repair service for garments, including hemming, resizing, zip replacements, and beadwork. Performed by expert tailors on-site for a quick turnaround. Covers formal wear, jeans, suits, and intricate repairs requiring specialist skills.
Leather & Suede Care
Professional cleaning and restoration for leather and suede garments. Uses gentle methods to remove stains and renew texture. Includes colour correction and repair services to extend the lifespan of jackets, coats, and accessories while maintaining their natural appearance.
Laundry Service
Wash, dry, iron, and fold service for everyday clothing and household linens. Handles shirts, bedding, and delicate items with care. Offers same-day service for urgent needs, ensuring crisp finishes using advanced roller presses and tailored starch options.
Questions
What dry cleaning services do you offer?
We clean suits, wedding dresses, leather, suede, curtains, and delicate fabrics. All items undergo hand-finishing and quality checks, with 24-hour turnaround available.
Do you provide same-day alterations?
Yes, we offer same-day tailoring for hems, resizing, zip replacements, and more. Our on-site tailors ensure precise adjustments to fit your requirements quickly.
How do you clean wedding dresses?
Dresses are inspected, manually spot-treated, and gently cleaned. After hand-pressing, they’re stored in acid-free boxes if requested, preserving their condition for future generations.
Can you repair leather garments?
Yes, we specialise in leather and suede repairs, including colour correction and stain removal. Our experts restore jackets, coats, and accessories to their original condition.
What laundry services are available?
We offer washing, drying, and ironing for clothes and household linens, including same-day options. Shirts are pressed to your preferred starch level and returned neatly folded or on hangers.
