PETER REED – Nelson, Lancashire, England
The Heritage: Founded in 1861 by Peter William Reed on the slopes of Pendle Hill, Peter Reed is a historic cornerstone of Lancashire’s legendary textile industry. During the height of the industrial revolution, their Springbank Mill in Nelson operated as the second-largest weaving shed in the world, running 748 shuttle looms. Today, operating out of Butterworth Mill, they continue to uphold the region's extraordinary manufacturing legacy. While they now source the absolute finest long-staple cotton from specialist partner mills in Italy, every piece is meticulously cut, stitched, embroidered and finished by master craftspeople in North-West England.
The Verdict: Peter Reed is the undisputed pinnacle of authentic UK luxury bed linen. Their uncompromising quality has earned them a Royal Warrant of Appointment, originally granted by Her Majesty The Queen in 2008 and recently re-awarded by King Charles III in 2024. This is bedding engineered for unparalleled longevity and tactile perfection, featuring exacting details like traditional mitred corners and classic cord stitching sewn at an incredibly precise 28 stitches per inch. They are also certified by Planet Mark and Positive Luxury, proving that heritage craftsmanship and modern environmental sustainability can comfortably coexist.
Core Products: Bespoke luxury bed linen ranging from crisp 210-thread-count everyday percale to lavish 1000-thread-count sateen, traditional cord-stitched sheets, bespoke table linen, bath towels and robes and meticulously embroidered Oxford pillowcases.
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