Craftsmanship
J.B. BANKS & SON are celebrating 190 years of tradition in Cockermouth
J.B. BANKS & SON: Celebrating 190 years of tradition in Cockermouth. by Danni Murphy Few businesses can claim to have served their community for almost two centuries, but in 2026, Cockermouth’s much-loved JB Banks & Son is celebrating an extraordinary 190 years in business. Established in 1836 by John Banks, the traditional hardware shop has […]
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HARKER GARDEN BUILDINGS: Sheds built to last
HARKER GARDEN BUILDINGS Sheds built to last. by Danni Murphy For more than 20 years, Harker Garden Buildings has been helping homeowners transform their outdoor spaces with high-quality, handcrafted timber buildings. Based in Carlisle, the company designs, manufactures, delivers, and installs everything from practical garden sheds and workshops to beautiful summer houses, bespoke timber structures, […]
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A new era of luxury, style and craftsmanship at Langdale Chase
A new era of luxury, style and craftsmanship at Langdale Chase An inspiration for artists, authors and poets for centuries, the Lake District has some of the finest scenery and vistas in the country and is a cultural haven for those wishing to get away from it all. Standing on the shores of Lake Windermere, […]
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