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The Turk’s Head Hasketon

Situated in pretty Woodbridge lies The Turk’s Head. You can find it just tucked back from a residential country lane encased with beautifully sculpted gardens and framed by a woven fence. With an extensive gin and wine collection, a host of local ales and a fine seasonal menu (that we can vouch for) it’s definitely a spot on the Suffolk map that you want to visit.

Owner Jemima ran an interior design practice for ten years, specialising in lighting design, so working on the pub was a joy rather than a job. The original 17th century building had small dark rooms with low ceilings, so her aim was to make them light and bright to emphasise the space.

“All the finishes, fixtures and fittings needed to be very hard wearing as this is a very busy commercial space,” said Jemima. “Lighting was the linchpin to getting this right. Jim Lawrence fittings are design classics and beautifully made as well as doing their job extremely well. They fitted perfectly into our scheme of a traditional but elegant country pub with a fabulous restaurant. Also as we are a pub that focuses on using local produce it was wonderful to use a local lighting company.”

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Battel Hall at Leeds Castle

Penned as Leeds Castle’s best kept secret, this privately owned medieval manor house in Kent has been beautifully refurbished by designer Francesca Rowan Plowden. Reimagined with a gently modernised period elegance, Battel Hall features five bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, three reception rooms and a large dining area.

Francesca shared her delicious design updates with us, featuring many Jim Lawrence fittings and accessories. Naturally we were thrilled to see our products in such prestigious company, and jumped at the chance to share the images with you too.

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If you’re looking for a luxurious escape to the countryside – look no further. Whether celebrating a wedding, reunion or an anniversary Battel Hall provides the perfect setting, with the added benefits of the castle estate nearby. It’s a step back in time with a romantic, eclectic twist that we are desperate to enjoy first hand. Just look at these beautiful walls and headboard combined with the soft glow of our Hanson wall light. The latest private owner, a 1930’s American Heiress named Lady Baillie, had a love for birds, which is echoed throughout this room in the Lewis & Wood Dove wallpaper. It has an almost fairy tale feel – a perfect escape to dream the night away.

The oak panelled dining room seats up to 14 people, conjuring the images of royal feasts and banquets of times gone by. Our Scalloped Wall Lights are not only a nod to the art deco era of Lady Baillie, but they create a soft and mellow atmosphere: just what you need alongside candle light, an open fire and the gentle clinking of glass and cutlery. Antiqued Brass is a strong and stylish material to sit against the oak – a material which originally came from the castle itself.

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Ideal for angling as a bedside reading light, the Single Curtis Spotlights sit beautifully in this colourful space. We love the symmetry combined with loud patterns and colour clashes. Farrow & Ball’s Book Room Red creates a dramatic backdrop for our Antiqued Brass finish, and a perfect palette to pop with peacock blue.

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The Wisteria Suite brings a touch of modernity, its namesake the stunning sprawl of purple flowers that climbs all over Battel Hall. Spot our Stratford Towel Ring? A perfect example of how to incorporate nickel into your bathroom with style.

   

Clockwise from left: Hanson Wall Light in Antiqued Brass, Priory Door Lock in Antiqued Brass, Stratford Towel Ring in Nickel, Bromley Backplate with Reeded Door Handle in Antiqued Brass, Curtis Spotlight in Antiqued Brass, Scallop Wall Light in Antiqued Brass.

A thoughtfully designed interior that is respectful of its heritage – something we truly appreciate! For a closer look and a stay at Battel Hall, visit the Leeds Castle website. You can also follow designer Francesca Rowan Plowden on Instagram to see more of her work.

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Meet the Makers

Introducing Camilla and Emma from Interior Facelift

Emma and Camilla are a styling duo who operate under the name Interior Facelift. Far from surgical, their Instagram is bursting with classically romantic décor and tumbling foliage aplenty. Featuring Jim Lawrence lights in Camilla’s own home, we were stunned by their skill in creating atmosphere and individuality to a space. With an aptitude for sourcing unique pieces and a self-professed skill for ‘decluttering and reorganising’ we wanted to learn more about their business and the rooms they transform.

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Photographer: Fiona Murray

Camilla’s stunning city home was recently featured in a beautiful article for 25 Beautiful Homes Magazine. Was the styling of your home Interior Facelift’s first project together?

No, our first project together was an Edwardian house in London – the owners had used a developer and an interior designer to update their house but they couldn’t make the sitting room feel cosy and so called us in to add style and individuality.

On your website you talk about how ‘breathing new life’ into a home through styling can be just as effective as starting the whole decoration process from scratch. What is the best starting place for a client when they want to refresh their home?

To work out how they would like to use the room, what they would like to keep in it, (if anything) and what they would like to change. for example, we are currently doing a job in which the client has a wonderful painting above the fireplace which is very special to them so we are designing colours around it and eclectic pieces from our treasure trove of reclaimed goodies to bring the room together.


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What would you say is the most transformative step in restyling?

For us, the way to add the greatest impact when restyling is to add a few key features in a room, such as panelling as well as a couple of interesting pieces, perhaps an oversized mirror or some reclaimed doors that then make the room come alive.

What is your top tip for lighting a room?

We would say lighting is one of the most dramatic ways of adding impact and creating an atmosphere in a room. Layering is how we add interest with light, from overhead pendants to wall lights to table lamps.

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Where does your flair for design come from?

For Emma life has always been about being visual – she trained as an artist , so colours and attention to detail have been second nature to her for more years than she might care to remember. I (Camilla) lived in Italy for several years, where style and design go hand in hand in effortless fashion.

With a wealth of inspiration on platforms like Instagram, sometimes it seems like a lot of houses can end up looking the same and filled with similar things. How do you tap into adding your own personality into a home?

We are both opposed to the ‘developers look’ where rooms can look bland and lack individuality. Instead, for us it is about layering different textures, making pieces work against each other and mixing reclaimed with new to add interest. The most wonderful part of our job is that we can combine our experience and flair with the client’s personality to make their home truly original.

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Which has been the most enjoyable project to design?

Probably our most enjoyable project to date has been a house which just needed styling as opposed to building work; we were given free reign to style shelves, consoles, wall art etc – our idea of heaven.

Which has been the most challenging?

We have had one job where the client kept changing their mind with regards to what they wanted – a few mood boards later we got there!

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Can you tell us about your dream project?

A project that allows us to use lots of reclaimed features and interesting styling. We are most excited when we can explore our ‘ inside-out’ philosophy….crafting out door spaces so that they flow from the indoor rooms and reflect each other by strategically positioned mirrors and of course magical lighting.

Last but not least, what’s in store next for Interior Facelift?

We are really excited about doing a project in Mallorca – we are planning to use a lot of natural wood and stone with limed walls, rattan pendants and some stunning Jim Lawrence outdoor wall lights. We have already discovered some dusty reclamation yards waiting for our attention!

Harcourt Wall Light in Beeswax, Chalford Pendant Light in Antiqued Brass, Medium Round Rattan Basket

We can’t wait to see this Mallorca project, it sounds divine… Follow Camilla and Emma on Instagram at @Interiorfacelift, and see more of their work on their website.

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Work Experience at Jim Lawrence



Hi, my names Millie I’m 14 and I enjoy designing and drawing and do a lot of art in my spare time. I also do cheer leading which I attend every week. I enjoy coming up with new creative ideas to show my family! I take Art, DT, Sociology and History at School.

When I had my first tour about 6 months ago I was very nervous as I haven’t been to a place like this before! I was a bit scared to come at first as I didn’t know my way round the building, but I easily managed to fit in and all the workers are lovely.

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The Old Crown Girton

Belonging to Suffolk’s prestigious group Stuart Inns, The Old Crown Girton is their first pub located away from the county. Situated in nearby Cambridge, this beautifully styled bar and restaurant stays in keeping with their well-known sophisticated design. With a little more quirk and a little more colour, we knew we had to explore this venue which features many of our lights.

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Your 4 Step Conduit Guide

A lot of brands (ourselves included) tend to put a lot of focus on the interior of a home. This is because it’s where we spend most of our time (inside, looking out) but what about when we’re on the outside looking in, realising the exterior is looking a little tired…? This is where a conduit comes in.

We have the perfect solution for transforming those drooping external wires from a nuisance into a stunning external feature. Our favourite way to light up the night is to group lights and create a glowing feature that wouldn’t look out of place indoors. There’s no reason to forsake style for function. Our Antiqued Brass Conduit is a smart way to hide ugly exterior wiring, particularly when combined with our slim Doncaster Wall Light or Bulkhead Light.

We want to make sure our conduit kits are a breeze to install, so here’s an easy “how-to” guide to assembling your own.

Firstly, decide on the style of light you want to connect the conduit to. We have two robust outdoor lighting designs that perfectly match the lightly antiqued brass of the conduit to bring an aged vintage elegance to your home:

  • An RHS Garden Product of the Year finalist, the Bulkhead Light is a respectful nod to old ships lighting with a caged, modern twist. Made in solid brass and fully non corrosive, this handsome light will shine no matter what the lovely British weather throws at it!
  • The Doncaster LED Light is suited to the smallest of outdoor spaces, but with no shortage of design detail. With an overall depth of just 5.4cm it would sit neatly in even the narrowest of spaces.

(View the entire outdoor lighting collection here)


A solution for even the most challenging space… simply add any of the following items to create the perfect industrial conduit solution. Our conduit kits give you the chance to be creative with your outdoor lighting.

The antiqued brass poles can be shortened on installation if necessary, but we offer a 1m or 2m kit to purchase. An IP44 rating can be achieved when fitted as a complete system with the recommended outdoor lights.If you are looking to group your lights as above, the Junction Box is a neat solution for containing even more wiring and made in our beautiful antiqued brass finish to match your kit.

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Please note that we always recommend you use a qualified electrician to help you install your lighting and accessories. However, there is no harm in getting to know the tips and tricks behind the conduit so you understand exactly how wonderful this kit really is! If you want to install your new lighting in a problematic area – do not fear – this is all made possible by the conduit elbow. These joints allow your electrician to fix the poles up, down, across and around corners. This means your can achieve whichever look you are after with ease.

We all know the British weather can be temperamental, so we have ensured the conduits are completely safe. This all comes down to the olive. No, not the pitted kind, but a small ring inside the joiners which is crushed on fixture to ensure a watertight seal to protect the precious wiring.

 If you require additional couples and joiners our helpful sales team are happy to advise.

Once you and your electrician have followed the above steps, you are ready to illuminate your home: Jim Lawrence style. If you still have any questions don’t hesitate to call up our knowledgeable customer service team on 01473 826685 and they will happily walk you through the process.

We would love to see any pictures of your completed conduits! Tag your images on Instagram with #JimLawrenceMade or email to press@jim-lawrence.co.uk so we won’t miss out on seeing how you style your Jim Lawrence products. We love seeing our lights and accessories in their new homes.

Why not take a look at our full range of outdoor lighting and door furniture to add the finishing touches to your outdoor design?

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Welcome to the Jim Lawrence Style Journal.

We are a British interiors company creating beautiful lighting, ironwork and home furnishings from our Suffolk workshop.

This is where we share ideas that we love, show sneak peeks behind the scenes of our brand and offer a unique insight into classic design.

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How do you light a kitchen? This might seem like a How do you light a kitchen? This might seem like a big question…because it is! There are so many things to consider when choosing kitchen lighting, so we’ve boiled it all down to a few key pointers.⁠
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A great kitchen lighting scheme has the power to transform an ordinary kitchen into a truly spectacular one. Now that we’re living in increasingly open plan spaces with kitchens at the heart of your home, they have to perform on a multifunctional level with lighting that needs to cater for tasking, dining, relaxing, office or homework and entertaining.⁠
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How much light you would like in a room is entirely up to you and your personal preference so there is no standard rule to follow. However, if you need a starting point then our guide below will give you some tips, things to consider and our general rules of thumb. Swipe up in our story to see more on the Style Journal.
As far as we're concerned, a bedroom should embody As far as we're concerned, a bedroom should embody beauty whilst maintaing a soothing and calming atmosphere. With the right balance of lighting, accessories and personal touches, you can transform any bedroom into somthing luxurious as well as comfortable. ⁠
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Whilst our Harleston Lamps add a soothing glow to snooze by, useful task lighting from carefully positioned Spotlights or Wall Lights offer stronger directional light when needed. Finding a balance with different layers of light is crucial when developing a relaxed space, so that you can alter the light outputs depending on your mood and the time of day. ⁠
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Though colour coordinating soft furnishings looks great, subtle accessorising can also apply to your hardware. Matching sockets and switches to lighting creates a cohesive and considered look. Details do matter, and often it's the smaller things in a room that ensure the overall space looks its best. All Jim Lawrence products are made using traditional metal working techniques and are hand finished to the very highest standards here at our Suffolk workshop, so every part of your room will exude quality no matter how big or small.
Transform your internal doors into a thing of beau Transform your internal doors into a thing of beauty with one of our carefully hand crafted brass and forged iron door knobs. Made in period and contemporary styles to suit all homes, we have a huge range of designs and finishes to choose from. Create a uniform look with our selection of latch sets, lock types and backplate designs to ensure you can make the perfect match throughout the home.⁠⁠
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A dreamy shot from @simplyscandinavian of this gently muted pastel bedroom. We love this look - an exceptionally good setting for our warm brass.⁠⁠
All our shades are made in our Suffolk workshop by All our shades are made in our Suffolk workshop by our talented team of shade makers from our range of beautiful fabrics that have all been handpicked as a perfect partner for our lighting range. A new lampshade will instantly refresh your room without the need to dig deep in your pockets. With over 1,000 lampshade designs on offer and more than 100 fabrics, in a multitude of colourways, to choose from, we are pretty confident we can find the right combination for you.⁠⁠
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Whether you need a candle shade, empire or a french drum, we have got your lighting needs covered. Swipe up in our story to find out a little more about the different styles we have to offer.
Tactile linen and naturally aged brass is a match Tactile linen and naturally aged brass is a match made in interior heaven. 

Did you know you can order any of our fabrics as swatches? We all know colour matching has to be just right, so you can add up to five fabric swatches on our website before choosing the material or shade you need. Be careful though, you might just fall for them all...

Lovely shot from @marthamiddleton of the Lymington Wall Light.
How long should your pendant lights be?⁠ ⁠ If How long should your pendant lights be?⁠
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If you are hanging your pendants from a central point in your room, you need to consider the height of your ceiling as a first step. Many old houses have low ceilings and may require flush or semi-flush lights so you are not constantly ducking or hitting your head. Always check the maximum height of the light that you can accommodate before choosing your lights and check our product information which gives the measurements of all our lights.⁠
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We recommend lights in sitting rooms, bedrooms and hallways should be hung at least 2m (7ft) above floor level to give adequate clearance, but it is your room so you can hang them at whatever height you feel comfortable with. We would recommend that a ceiling light over your dining table should be between 1/2 to 2/3 of the width of the table. Go bigger rather than smaller unless you are hanging two or three in a row.⁠
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All our pendant lights come with either 50cm, or 1m of cable and chain that can be shortened at home or lengthened on request.⁠
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Our Ava Seven Pendant adding a gorgeous glow to the home of @revamping_the_edwardian.
Pendant lights are sometimes described as the 'jew Pendant lights are sometimes described as the 'jewellery' of a room, which is true in that they can be a beautiful way to tie together your look. Whether for a lofty barn roof, a dark hallway, your kitchen island or a bedroom you want to make a little cosier, there are many ways you can bring your room together with style and substance using pendants. ⁠⁠
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We've put together an easy to follow intro on how to install a pendant light on our Style Journal. Swipe up in our story to see more.
Perfectly picturesque and bursting with character, Perfectly picturesque and bursting with character, we are so looking forward to getting back into action in Bath and resuming our place in the wonderful community of #WalcotStreet. We are counting down the days until we can greet you in store once more and enjoy everything this lovey city has to offer. In the spirit of community, we’d love you to comment your favourite Bath businesses below. Let’s have some support for shopping locally where possible, and championing smaller and independent businesses, creatives and makers. We couldn’t do this without each other💡
A little while ago (when staycations were allowed) A little while ago (when staycations were allowed) we spoke with the team behind @thatchedcottagecotswolds about the quirks of period homes and how to stay in tune with a cottage feel without becoming twee.⁠⁠
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Read our interview with owner Vicky, and step through the virtual doors (for now, at least) to enjoy her quintessentially British holiday cottage, complete with thatching, classic period features and located in the picturesque Cotswolds. The perfect home away from home.⁠⁠..
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Swipe up in our story to see more on the Style Journal.
Country homes by their nature are often rather uni Country homes by their nature are often rather unique and need a thoughtful approach to lighting in order to match their individual character. That’s just how we like them.⁠⁠
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But what do you do when there’s no space for that statement pendant, or when you can’t find space to wire in that awkward alcove? We've created a detailed FAQ page within our Knowledge Base to answer your most pressing questions...can our cables be lengethened? And how bright do I need my bulb?⁠⁠
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Swipe up in our story for our frequently asked lighting questions: answered.
How do you choose the right lampshade? Before we How do you choose the right lampshade?

Before we explore the ‘rules’ it’s important to bear in mind there is no such thing as the wrong shade. If you love it – then it’s the right shade! Experimenting with lampshades in new fabrics, shapes and colours is a simple but effective way to instantly update your home style by adding texture and interest to your room. Our shades come in a huge variety of sizes from 9.5 cm to 50cm, so choosing the right look for you can sometimes feel overwhelming. We’ve collated a general guide to help make things easier…

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The Leiston Pendant looks right at home in this mo The Leiston Pendant looks right at home in this modern shaker kitchen from @tomhowleykitchens. Dark and matte surfaces really help our antiqued brass to sing, contrasted with light marble and added texture with a touch of wood grain. A beautiful blend for those who lean to a contemporary look.
A lot of brands (ourselves included) tend to put a A lot of brands (ourselves included) tend to put a lot of focus on the interior of a home. This is because it’s where we spend most of our time (inside, looking out) but what about when we’re on the outside looking in, realising the exterior is looking a little tired…? This is where a conduit comes in.⁠
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We have the perfect solution for transforming those drooping external wires from a nuisance into a stunning external feature. Our favourite way to light up the night is to group lights and create a glowing feature that wouldn’t look out of place indoors. Our Antiqued Brass Conduit is a smart way to hide ugly exterior wiring, particularly when combined with our slim Doncaster Wall Light or Bulkhead Light. There’s no reason to forsake style for function 💡

Swipe up in our story to read our 4 Step Conduit Guide.
Have you seen our customer Knowledge Base?⁠ ⁠ Have you seen our customer Knowledge Base?⁠
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We want to better serve you by providing concise information on product terminology, helpful guides and tips to inspire your home style. The easy-to-read pages have been divided into sections allowing you to better understand how to make the most of your Jim Lawrence products and services.⁠
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We have a series of FAQs, how-to guides and maintenance tips on our website that should answer all your queries. ⁠If you still need a helping hand, don’t forget you can contact us via our live chat service too 💡
A white plastic switch is a sight I’m sure we ar A white plastic switch is a sight I’m sure we are all familiar with. But, switches and sockets don’t have to be boring or unoriginal... as proved by these kitchen details featured by @no.17house. ⁠⁠
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Handcrafted stylish switches and sockets are the perfect finishing touch to any period or contemporary home. Our range of colourways and designs allow you to think creatively so you can highlight your wiring accessories instead of hiding them. When decorating a room it is sometimes easy to miss the little extras that can add the design flare your room was missing.
These elegant Rococo style lights are available wi These elegant Rococo style lights are available with both left and right leaning arms, with the option to created a mirror image like this in mind. A beautifully ornate and unfurling backplate adds an ornamental appeal to your decor, perfect paired with a crisp white wall and our parchment shades.
At Jim Lawrence we believe that the exterior desig At Jim Lawrence we believe that the exterior design of your home is as important as the inside. What you choose to put outside serves as a taster of the beauty within. What better ⁠place to start than the one place your guests will reach for first?⁠
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It can be hard to get a real feel for door furniture from a photo on your screen, but you’ll have to trust us (and our other customers) that you will fall head over heels for the quality and finish.
In our Suffolk workshop we employ a skilled team o In our Suffolk workshop we employ a skilled team of 150 engineers, painters, seamstresses, designers, lampshade makers and technicians alongside a full cohort of support staff. 

Though we’re navigating social distancing in the workshop and remote working too, our team are working extremely hard to keep bringing you the lights you love. We wanted to repost a day in the life of our makers and in case you missed it, introduce you to a huge part of our heritage: the welders. 

This is really where it all began, using traditional metal working techniques here in Suffolk. We chat to our Technical Lead, Lee Saxby about this craft and how we create the products now in pride of place in your homes.

Swipe up in our story to see more on the Style Journal.
We have worked hard over the past 20 years to buil We have worked hard over the past 20 years to build up an international reputation for classic high quality lighting and we feel our Gosford really encapsulates our passion for elegant, period-inspired wall lighting. All our lights are made using traditional metal working techniques and are hand finished to the very highest standards here at our Suffolk workshop.⁠⁠
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The Double Gosford is not supplied with shades so we recommend you explore our extensive collection of handmade candle shades to find your perfect match...
Our heritage outdoor lighting designs work beautif Our heritage outdoor lighting designs work beautifully when paired with rustic exteriors. All of our lights are skilfully made in our Suffolk based workshop, using traditional metal working techniques to create the quality product you take home. As we edge into Spring we are fortunate to rely on beautiful sunlight to illuminate our outdoor spaces, but when we want to stay out later as the evenings grow warmer it’s time for a helping hand…⁠⁠
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Our outside lights will transform the look of your garden, entrance or outbuildings, making the most of architectural features and the natural beauty of your building materials. Choose from nautical inspired charm like this Wall Mounted Ship's Light, or look to our country cottage styles to find your perfect outdoor light.⁠⁠
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