Heritage British-Made Men's Jumpers — Voted by the Community
Aberdeenshire · est. 2012 · PremiumThe Croft House specialises in high quality Scottish knitwear made sustainably in Scotland. Founded in 2012, it is the first B Corp Certified wool knitwear brand in Scotland. For those who value quality, heritage and responsibility.
CountryHeritageHighlandBeauly, Scotland · est. 1858 · AffordableCampbell's of Beauly, established in 1858, is a Scottish family-run country tailor and outfitter known for bespoke tweeds, traditional clothing, and fishing equipment reflecting Highland heritage.
ClassicHeritageTimelessLea Mills, Derbyshire · est. 1784 · LuxuryJohn Smedley is the world's oldest manufacturing factory, established in 1784. They produce high-quality knitwear with a "Made in England" tag on every garment.
BridalCasualClassicLondon · est. 2011 · PremiumClothing made in England attempting a variety of solutions towards less extractive fashion systems. Est 2011.
AthleticCasualClassicNorth England & Midlands · est. 2015 · PremiumMeccanica designs and hand-makes classic British clothing and accessories inspired by 1950s-70s racing, using sustainable materials and traditional techniques in the North of England.
CasualHeritageOutdoorEngland · est. 2015 · PremiumHebTroCo is a British clothing brand founded in 2015 in Hebden Bridge, known for supporting small UK manufacturers by producing durable garments made exclusively in Britain.
ClassicCountryHeritageMontpelier, Bristol · est. 1796 · PremiumPeregrine Clothing is a British brand founded in 1796, crafting outdoor clothing and accessories for over two centuries.
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Cornwall · est. 2021 · PremiumCarnwear produce hand crafted and made to order knitwear, designed and made in their West Cornwall studio. Their collection features transeasonal knitted garments for men & women as well as a selection of hats, scarves and hand warmers.
- Michael RossClassicFairisleHeritageEngland · est. 1979 · Luxury
Michael Ross is a British hand-framed knitwear brand established in 1979, crafting unique Fair Isle designs with original patterns and colourways.
ClassicHeritageTimelessElgin · est. 1797 · LuxuryJohnstons of Elgin is a British family-owned luxury brand, Made in Scotland since 1797, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design.
ClassicHeritageVintageEngland · est. 1985 · PremiumOriginal Blues knitwear is expertly crafted, offering a beautiful selection of flattering styles, using the softest, most comfortable and luxurious natural materials.
ClassicFormalHeritageLondon · est. 1910 · LuxuryBudd Shirts, founded in 1910, is a cornerstone of British menswear, renowned for bespoke and ready-to-wear shirts, ties, and accessories.
ClassicHeritageWellingborough, Northamptonshire · est. 1951 · PremiumGloverall, founded in 1951, is a British heritage brand renowned for expert craftsmanship and authentic duffle coats. Discover timeless outerwear made with premium British fabrics.
ContemporaryHeritageHighlandScotland · est. 2019 · PremiumScottish Textiles Showcase is an independent Edinburgh brand championing authentic Scottish wool mills and artisans, specialising in natural fibre textiles made in Scotland.
ClassicContemporaryHeritageEngland · est. 2013 · Luxury&Daughter is a British independent clothing brand rooted in family heritage and craftsmanship. Their knitwear celebrates legacy, quality, and sustainability, with pieces made to last using traditional methods and natural yarns.
HeritageNauticalVintageNorth Yorkshire · est. 2016 · PremiumBerties of Bay is a heritage clothing brand reviving traditional nautical styles from Yorkshire's coastline. Founded in 2016, they specialise in timeless, high-quality garments inspired by local history and craftsmanship.
ClassicHeritageScotland · LuxuryColhay’s is a British knitwear brand founded by Ronnie Chiu, inspired by heritage values of quality and longevity. Their garments are handmade in Scotland.
ClassicHeritageEngland · est. 1961 · LuxuryBerk Cashmere, established in 1961, is a British family business known worldwide for understated style and finest cashmere knitwear, hand-made in Scotland by skilled artisans.
ClassicContemporaryHeritageEngland · PremiumMalloch’s is a British knitwear brand crafting luxury sweaters using traditional techniques and sustainable practices with expert Scottish manufacturers.
ClassicHeritageWest Yorkshire · est. 1985 · PremiumGlenbrae is a British clothing brand making high-quality knitwear in England. Their garments use fine wool and Spirol yarn for durability and style.
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A Brief History of British Made Jumpers
The jumper — a knitted garment designed to be pulled over a shirt — has deep roots in British textile and knitwear traditions. Knitting in Britain dates back centuries, with England and Scotland developing significant knitwear industries by the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries as mechanised textile production expanded. Regions such as the Scottish Borders and parts of northern England became known for wool production and skilled knitmaking, supported by accessible sheep-farming hinterlands and growing textile mills. These local industries produced a wide range of knitted garments, including what would evolve into the modern jumper. By the twentieth century, jumpers had become central to British casual and outdoor clothing, valued for their warmth and adaptability to changeable weather. Traditional knit patterns — including Aran-style cable knits from the British Isles — exemplified both functional insulation and regional craft variations. Advances in knitting machinery and yarn processing through the Industrial Revolution and beyond helped British manufacturers produce jumpers in greater variety and quality, without entirely relinquishing handcraft expertise. Today’s British-made jumpers draw on this extensive knitwear heritage, combining natural fibres with careful knitting and finishing to create garments that reflect both traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design sensibilities.