Derbyshire Makers

Derbyshire Makers – Wheeldon Homes

Derbyshire Makers

Derbyshire Makers – John Stevenson Jewellers

Derbyshire Makers

Derbyshire Makers – Martin & Parker

Derbyshire Makers

Derbyshire is a county that produces some of the country’s greatest products and each month we feature one of Derbyshire’s best independent producers. Arctic Cabins and Cabin Master, based in Derbyshire, have quietly built a reputation for quality, craftsmanship and community over the last two decades. From beautifully hand-built garden rooms to authentic BBQ cabins, […]

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Derbyshire Makers – Wheeldon Homes

April 1, 2025 VickyP

When it comes to established Derbyshire companies, not many have the pedigree of Wheeldon Homes. With a proud heritage dating back over 157 years, Wheeldon has remained a house builder of choice for many local house purchasers across the East Midlands for generations. As a company they have an excellent reputation for the quality, design […]

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Derbyshire Makers – John Stevenson Jewellers

April 1, 2025 VickyP

A Derbyshire Tradition of Trust and Quality From heirloom pieces to modern masterpieces, John Stevenson Jewellers offers personalized service and exceptional craftsmanship. For more than 50 years the name Stevenson has been synonymous in Derbyshire with not only quality jewellery but also trust. And the number of people returning throughout their lives to the Chesterfield […]

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Derbyshire Makers – Heldrich

March 30, 2025 VickyP

“A Lifetime of Craftsmanship: Derbyshire’s Neil Heldreich Reflects on the Timeless Art of Antique Furniture Restoration” After nearly 40 years in the trade as an antique furniture restorer I have seen many fashions in collecting come and go, but one thing that always remains consistent is the recognition of the skills required to create these […]

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Derbyshire Makers – Martin & Parker

March 1, 2025 VickyP

Looking for the perfect sofa, corner unit or chair to bring comfort and style to your home? Look no further! Since 1980 family-run Martin & Parker in Derby have been handcrafting high quality bespoke furniture designed and made to last. Located on Ascot Drive in Derby, they specialise in creating handmade sofas, corner units and […]

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Derbyshire Makers – Rockfall

March 1, 2025 VickyP

Founded in 1997, family-owned Rock Fall has revolutionised the health and safety footwear industry, while remaining loyal to their grand Derbyshire roots. During a conversation with one of the Directors, Richard Noon, Richard explained the growth and development of Rock Fall from their humble origins. “We started in the markets back in the late eighties […]

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Ashton Coleman

May 1, 2024 VickyP

Ashton & Coleman Furniture Matlock’s latest retail shop, Ashton & Coleman Furniture, may be new to Matlock but they have been busy building the foundations of their business for almost 10 years. Starting the business partnership in late 2014 combining two separate joinery businesses run by Simon Ashton and Peter Coleman. Settling on Ashton & […]

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English Wine Project – Award winning wines from Derbyshire

February 12, 2024 Alistair Plant

Derbyshire is a county that produces some of the country’s greatest products and each month we feature one of Derbyshire’s best independent producers. It’s just getting interesting again for Darley Abbey based wine maker, Kieron Atkinson. After a couple of weeks of ‘quieter’ times post-Christmas, Kieron’s gearing up for the announcement of the latest international […]

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A Visit to White Peak Distillery

November 1, 2023 Alistair Plant

On a rainy day in October I was booked in with my wife to go on the White Peak distillery tour, I could not think of a better place to be, the thought of a nice whisky warming me from top to toe seemed just the tonic!! The tour lasts 1 hour and cost £15 […]