The name comes from Captain William Richan who is in who’s who as being Captain of the Hire Cutter Norfolk = a kindly Captain who never had to conscript a crew. He was dishonourably discharged from the merchant navy for running contraband – they even found tea in the barrles of his guns. He was …read more
Recycled by Design™ is an independent retailer and creator of unique, one-off designs, in recycled, felted, woollen knitwear. Founded in 2003, we supply local retail shops, outlets further afield in the UK, America and Japan. Our online store ensures wherever you are, we can deliver our products to you. The Recycled by Design™ team, inspired …read more
A Westray man, Raymond is well know for his joinery skills in many local houses. He took up wood turning a few years ago and now works hard to keep up with the demand for his fine craftwork, especially at Christmas, so please place your orders early. Raymond is keen to find unusual timbers to …read more
The Westray Art Gallery is situated on the magical North Orkney Island of Westray. The Island is renowned for its sparkling light, dramatic sky and contrasting sea and landscapes. Since 2004 The Gallery has been the home, studio and exhibition gallery of artist Peter Brown. Westray has a progressive community, which is attracting a growing …read more
Hume Sweet Hume was established in 1998 by sisters Lizza and Jenna Hume as an interior design business specialising in hand crafted ranges of cushions and throws. Recently the business has diversified to include fashion accessories such as wraps, scarves and bags. All the products are produced on the premises and each incorporates a pebble …read more
Aak Work offers a wide range of printed garments and gifts from bookmarks, cards and key rings to ripper wallets, coasters and stag/hen night T-Shirts. No minimum order. You can choose from a wide range of photos or use your own photo or design. Private orders welcome. Opening to the public by arrangement, or whenever …read more
A wide selection of hand-made cards, bookmarks, gift tags and pictures using wild grasses and plants sourced on Westray and backed by beautiful mulberry or painted watercolour paper. Each one unique and evoking the sea, sky and land you will find on this exquisite island. Come and visit John in his workshop at Lightcost – …read more
Experience the uniqueness of the Island’s past and present in this beautiful gallery and traditional tearoom. It is located in one of Westray’s most picturesque spots and is run by a local family. Edwin Rendall and his daughter Rosemary produce a wide range of quality work for the gallery. Feel free to look around then …read more
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