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A True 1700 — 1725 — 1750 — 1775 — 1800 — 1825 — With over 250 years of history,

Axminster Carpets have woven
a wonderful story of expertise,
reinvention and success.

The history of
authentic 1850
Axminster Carpets
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1875
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1900
1755 1925 — 1950 — 1975 — 2000 — 2025 — 1937

Axminster Carpets formed
Axminster weave invented

unique patterns. Some of the earliest carpet designer and manufacturer. A mark of true distinction, the
Axminster carpets could be found in Perpetually designed and woven in- Royal recognition was awarded to
the grandiose Chatsworth House as house, the company’s carpets, rugs and Axminster for the service, quality
well as the Brighton Pavillion. A visit runners have become synonymous with and excellence in carpet making
to the factory led King George III and quality and unrivalled craftsmanship, and supply to Her Majesty The
Queen Charlotte to be amongst the and continue to be loved and Queen. Committed to the highest
fi rst of the Royal family to have an sought after around the world. standards the Royal Warrant holds
Axminster carpet in their residence. them to, Axminster manufacture
To celebrate tradition, a with pride and devotion, striving
182 years later, by chance of casual commemorative rug was produced
Thomas Whitty – Axminster Heritage Centre for continually evolving levels of
conversation, carpet manufacturer in 2005, to mark 250 years of service, ethics and sustainability.
xminster Carpets carries a Harry Dutfi eld carpet weaving in
breadth of history, prestige and met a vicar from Axminster. A re- In support of British farming and
enactment of history,
the West Country
its community, Axminster source
craftsmanship – from the invention whilst travelling the carpet was sustainably from the UK, ensuring only
by train. The vicar paraded through the fi nest quality wool is used in every
of their intricate weave to the stately told Dutfi eld of the streets of the carpet. Whilst 100% wool carpets are
homes in which they can be found. a disastrous fi re market town by its a rich part of the company’s history, © Royal Pavilion & Museums, Brighton & Hove Jim Holden
With over 250 years of history, they that destroyed weavers. Finishing the materials they use look to the the ability to create carpets, rugs and Steeped in their history, Axminster
its journey at the
the carpet factory
future, as they work towards creating
have woven a wonderful story of in Axminster, Minster Church, a continually smaller impact on the runners that are the perfect fi t for their Carpets continue to weave their
fi nest quality carpets in the Devon
space and style. Utilising their clever
resulting in a halt it was blessed by environment. Wool is both renewable
expertise, reinvention and success. in manufacturing of the distinctive the Bishop of Exeter and presented and biodegradable, making it the and intricate weaving process their town of Axminster and are proud to
provide beautifully bespoke pieces
carpets can be tailored in colour, size
The quaint market town of Axminster, weave. Dutfi eld decided to relaunch to the Earl of Devon. Refl ecting most sustainable choice and carries a and pattern, with the help of their for fl oors around the world.
set on the eastern border of Devon, is manufacturing in the small market a key moment in history, this rug host of naturally occurring properties expert designers. Today Axminster
the origin of the eponymous Axminster town, and so 1937 saw the renaissance now resides at Westminster’s Royal too; hypoallergenic, insulating and Carpets create beautifully bespoke
weave. In 1755, the inventor of the of the weave, and the founding of Residence, Clarence House. fi re retardant. Axminster Carpets are pieces for everyday homes, luxury
Axminster Carpets as it’s known today.
modern-day woven carpet, Thomas Following years of expertise and unique in their off ering, giving people hotels and stately residences alike.
Whitty, created the intricate weaving Over the next half a century and the fi nest quality craftsmanship,
process; utilising a special ‘U’ shaped beyond, Axminster worked arduously Axminster Carpets were proud To discuss your ‘Axminster from Axminster’ requirements please contact:
cut pile that allows for delicate and to become Britain’s most prestigious to receive the Royal Warrant. Email: custom@axminster-carpets.co.uk Tel: 01297 32244

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