Lessons From A Journeyman
Making, Interviews Tom Cronk Making, Interviews Tom Cronk

Lessons From A Journeyman

After a five year apprenticeship in antique restoration in The Lake District, Edward Carefoot embarked on his expedition as a Journeyman: to see if the Medieval tradition of practising your trade on the road -for food and lodgings- could still be done today.

Edward took two years to travel from Scotland to The Isles of Scilly, working for farmers and Royalty, fixing gates to restoring shipwrecked furniture.

After these two years away, Edward has now returned to Cumbria, with his dog Swift, and has opened a workshop where he designs and makes bespoke furniture.

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Does Made In Britain Matter?
Business, Culture, Interviews Tom Cronk Business, Culture, Interviews Tom Cronk

Does Made In Britain Matter?

When we set out to create a new product for our small range, transparency is key. From the traceability of the fabric in our jackets to the wood in our pencils.

And also in terms of the true cost in British manufacturing.

Over a series of interviews with great manufacturers, growers and designers we hope to show you behind the curtain of British making so that you might make more informed decisions when you’re next at the checkout.

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Wye Valley Meadery
Food, Interviews Guest User Food, Interviews Guest User

Wye Valley Meadery

Read how brothers, Kit and Matt, created a modern drink from the world’s oldest alcohol. We discuss the challenges of bringing something new to the market and the symbiotic relationship of their mead with nature.

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