Last month, we were pleased to welcome Kate Hills, founder of Make it British, to Bradford as part of her ongoing mission to visit 100 UK manufacturers. Her visit offered an opportunity to showcase two very different but closely connected areas of textile manufacturing within SIL Holdings. Beginning at Ladywell Mills with Seal International, before […]
October marks Wool Month 2025, the global initiative led by the Campaign for Wool, celebrating one of the world’s most versatile and enduring natural fibres. The campaign highlights wool’s performance, sustainability, and timeless appeal, showing why it continues to be central to designers, weavers, and manufacturers worldwide. Wool is prized for its natural resilience, elasticity, […]
On 1 October 2024, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, in her role as President of the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT), visited Ladywell Mills, a key site of the West Yorkshire-based textile specialist, SIL Holdings The group employs almost 300 people across multiple UK sites, with a supplier and customer network spanning over […]
Abbotsford textiles Classic Melton range is one of their most versatile fabrics due to its wide range of colours and high-performance qualities. They supply Classic Melton to various professionals in many different industries, from furniture manufacturers to small re-upholstery businesses. As a fabric manufacturer, they often send our fabrics off without knowing their end uses. […]
The International Year of Camelids 2024 is an opportunity to honour and champion the remarkable animals, herders, communities and most importantly for Seal International, the fibres collected from Camels, Alpacas, Llamas, Vicuñas, and Guanacos. Objective The objective of the 2024 International Year of Camelids is to raise awareness about the overlooked capabilities of the […]
How Many Trousers to go with your Suit Jacket. When it comes to building a versatile and stylish wardrobe, owning a well-fitted suit jacket is a must. A classic suit jacket is a timeless piece that can be worn on various occasions, from formal events to business meetings. But the question arises: How many trousers […]
Glen Checks exemplify the enduring appeal of timeless patterns. This distinctive design, defined by its small, evenly spaced checks, have graced the world of fashion for decades. Recently, the brands across the group have witnessed a significant surge in the demand for Glen Checks, reaffirming their everlasting charm. Continue reading to delve deeper into the […]
As the festive season approaches, our calendars fill up with parties, celebrations, and gatherings. Whether it’s a sophisticated soiree or a lively New Year’s bash, choosing the perfect dinner suit is essential for making a memorable impression. This blog made by Pepper Lee (an SIL Group company) explores different suit styles, discusses the necessity of […]
Crafted from 100% pure new wool in the classic cable knit structure, Abbotsford Textile’s Cable collection redefines sophistication and comfort in interior design. Weighing 940g/lm, the Cable collection is extremely versatile, seamlessly adapting to both commercial and home interiors. It makes the perfect soft and snuggly fabric for cushions, throws and furniture upholstery as well […]
David Gallimore, the Managing Director of John Foster recently took the time to sit down with the new team at Pepper Lee to discuss reasons why it’s important to choose premium cloth. As both John Foster and Pepper Lee are companies within the SIL Group, we felt appropriate to share and spread the message. Q: […]
In pursuit of growth and innovation, Joshua Ellis has recently taken a significant stride forward with a substantial investment from the SIL Holdings, purchasing a state-of-the-art Picanol jacquard loom. Adding to the mills existing collection of traditional machinery, the new jacquard loom opens up a world of possibilities for the company. Allowing them to […]
Recently, there has been a new hire at William Halstead, as Cathryn Harrie joins as Sales Executive. The team are thrilled to have Cathryn working alongside existing Sales Manager, Jane Cook to learn the ins and outs of the company. Cathryn’s impressive background in the world of fashion and her past experiences, specifically working on […]
Alice Connacher (second from right), our exclusive mohair buyer for Seal International recently visited us from South Africa and spent some time around the group getting to know the business. Previously having a career as a commercial lawyer in Amsterdam, Alice decided to become the third generation to enter the family firm – Connacher Wools. […]
We are proud as a company to have been able to contribute offcut fabrics to the creation of this powerful Flower Waterfall in memorial of those who have lost their lives during the pandemic. Residents of Halifax have come together, inspired by the display of thousands of poppies around the Tower of London, to remember […]
The cashmere stole is a wardrobe staple you simply cannot do without – and if you haven’t done so already, it’s definitely worth investing in. Widely regarded as the ultimate in luxurious comfort, our variety and range of cashmere stole means it doesn’t just enhance your autumn/winter outfit, because it’s an accessory that can last […]
Chalk Stripes, Windowpanes, Twills, and a modern twist on the classic Glen Check all make John Foster’s AW22/23 collection a comprehensive selection of coordinated plains and patterned cloths in a range of colours including favourite Autumnal hues. A colour palette which highlights our suiting cloths, a perpetual staple for any season that never goes out […]
It will soon be time to look ahead to our 2021 autumn and winter collection. And, with that in mind, we thought we’d provide a bit of background about where our inspiration comes from, before products like our cashmere stoles and cashmere scarves are worn by people across the globe. So, what exactly goes on […]
Representing the continuity of Bradford’s industrial heritage in woven fabrics, customers have the opportunity to harness our wealth of technical weaving skill with a receptive creativity to develop individualised cloths, all woven and finished within a few short miles maintaining our commitment to local production. Special developments offer creative freedom through our combination of own production, technical […]
After 18 months of development work, we are very excited to launch our new Melton Wool Collection. We have successfully sold Melton Wools for many years and we wanted to simplify our offer to maximise value for our customers. After many months of trials & testing we finally selected 60 fabulous new colours which will […]
We’ve had the pleasure of collaborating recently with the Knightsbridge Furniture team to create some outstanding pieces of contract furniture used in the first of our 2020 photoshoots. As one of the few British contract furnishing companies, their key values of choice, quality and exceptional service, are three principles Abbotsford Textiles wholeheartedly agree with, ensuring […]
Our new cloth ‘Oxbridge Flannel’ is perfect for Autumn Winter and is available now ‘Oxbridge Flannel’ combines John Foster heritage with modern trends, bringing you a collection of traditional flannels, as well as some unique and contemporary cloths, inspired directly from our extensive archives. Our new collection encompasses timeless colours and patterns, such as plains, checks and […]
Welcome to Our New Website Hello, we would like to welcome you to our new website for AG Transport Services. We hope you find the information you are looking for, however, if you would like any further help please call us on +44 (0)1274 229020. Features of the new website: Live Chat: We now have […]
Established in 1767, Joshua Ellis celebrates a distinguished heritage of British manufacturing with a steadfast reputation for luxury and quality. Our Autumn-Winter 2019/20 accessory collection takes inspiration from the current trend for folk and craft inspired fabrics. Brightly coloured tartans and block checks sit alongside multi-coloured tweeds which are a throwback to British design house […]
As the 50th anniversary of the moon landing approached, Fiona Armstrong visited Langholm to meet the man who devised the Lunar Tartan, commemorating the event. 50 years ago Neil Armstrong visited Langholm to discover his ancestral heritage as Langholm was the stronghold of the Armstrong clan. As a result of this visit, a special commission […]
This month, Joshua Ellis joined forces with London & New York based concept store Wolf & Badger. The store, which boasts over 600 of the best independent, eco-friendly brands on its roster, will be selling over 55 of Joshua Ellis’ designs of cashmere scarves and accessories online and in its London store. “We are thrilled to […]
A few decades before the inception of Standeven, the highly esteemed Henry Poole on Savile Row introduced ‘Black Tie’, a practical yet formal outfit appropriate for certain special evening occasions and ceremonial wear, proving to be a timeless menswear staple all over the world. Before we dive into the what is, and why, of the black-tie, it’s […]
Jess Fraser, one of our fantastic apprentices has continued to excel within the company and the textiles industry yet again. On Monday the 21st Jess was invited to attend The Civic Dinner at the Merchant Taylors’ Hall. Jess was then presented with The Lord Barnby Award by The Worshipful Company of Woolmen. Read More The Lord […]
We are excited to announce the launch of our new website showcasing our wide range of high-quality performance fabrics perfect for your business. Abbotsford specialises in the following sectors: Contract Furnishings Home Interiors Military & Marine Bespoke Fabrics Browse our collections and discover our services at abbotsford-textiles.com and order your free sample today!
