Womenswear
Heritage British-Made Women's Knitwear — Voted by the Community
This directory lists 22 brands that make heritage women's knitwear in the UK. They are most often based in London and North Yorkshire. Prices run from affordable to luxury. Ranked by community upvotes.

The Croft House
The 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.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Highland
- Classic
- Heritage
- Highland

Carnwear
SupporterCarnwear 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.
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John Smedley
John 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.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless
Factory shop- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless
- Michael Ross
Michael Ross
Michael Ross is a British hand-framed knitwear brand established in 1979, crafting unique Fair Isle designs with original patterns and colourways.
- Classic
- Fairisle
- Heritage
- Classic
- Fairisle
- Heritage

Johnstons Of Elgin
Johnstons of Elgin is a British family-owned luxury brand, Made in Scotland since 1797, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless
Factory shop- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless

Yarmouth Oilskins
Yarmouth Oilskins is a British brand with over 120 years of heritage, designing and manufacturing quality workwear in Great Yarmouth.
- Heritage
- Nautical
- Workwear
- Heritage
- Nautical
- Workwear

Phoebe English
Clothing made in England attempting a variety of solutions towards less extractive fashion systems. Est 2011.
- Bridal
- Casual
- Classic
Shop to visit- Bridal
- Casual
- Classic

Vivien Of Holloway
Vivien of Holloway offers stunning 1940s and 1950s dresses and separates with authentic vintage charm.
- Classic
- Colourful
- Formal
- Classic
- Colourful
- Formal

Glencroft
Glencroft, established in 1987, offers classic British countrywear made from natural fibres like British Wool and Harris Tweed, inspired by rural Yorkshire.
- Classic
- Country
- Ethical
Factory shop- Classic
- Country
- Ethical

Palava
Palava is an independent British clothing brand founded in 2015, known for its colourful, hand-drawn prints and commitment to UK manufacturing.
- Ethical
- Heritage
- Slow Fashion
Shop to visit- Ethical
- Heritage
- Slow Fashion

Campbell's of Beauly
Campbell'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.
- Country
- Heritage
- Highland
Shop to visit- Country
- Heritage
- Highland

Berk
Berk 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.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Classic
- Heritage

Glenbrae
Glenbrae is a British clothing brand making high-quality knitwear in England. Their garments use fine wool and Spirol yarn for durability and style.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Classic
- Heritage

Gloverall
Gloverall, founded in 1951, is a British heritage brand renowned for expert craftsmanship and authentic duffle coats. Discover timeless outerwear made with premium British fabrics.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Classic
- Heritage

Berties of Bay
Berties 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.
- Heritage
- Nautical
- Vintage
Shop to visit- Heritage
- Nautical
- Vintage

Scottish Textiles Showcase
Scottish Textiles Showcase is an independent Edinburgh brand championing authentic Scottish wool mills and artisans, specialising in natural fibre textiles made in Scotland.
- Contemporary
- Heritage
- Highland
Shop to visit- Contemporary
- Heritage
- Highland

Draper of Glastonbury
Draper of Glastonbury is a family-run business since 1937. They specialise in handmade sheepskin products such as boots, slippers and gloves. The company's products are made from high-quality materials.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless
Factory shop- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless

&Daughter
&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.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage

Eribé
Eribé is a Scottish knitwear design house founded in 1986, known for contemporary knitwear rooted in Scottish heritage and crafted with traditional techniques.
- Contemporary
- Fairisle
- Heritage
Shop to visit- Contemporary
- Fairisle
- Heritage

Monkstone Knitwear
Create limited products from their flock, small batch knitwear & homeware.
- Country
- Ethical
- Heritage
Factory shop- Country
- Ethical
- Heritage

Begg × Co
Begg × Co crafts luxury cashmere scarves, knitwear and homeware using traditional Scottish craftsmanship and responsible production methods.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage
Factory shop- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage

Peregrine Clothing
Peregrine Clothing is a British brand founded in 1796, crafting outdoor clothing and accessories for over two centuries.
- Classic
- Country
- Heritage
- Classic
- Country
- Heritage
Shops run by brands that make heritage women's knitwear
13 of the 22 brands that make heritage women's knitwear have a shop you can visit: 5 in London, others in Edinburgh, Ayr, Beauly and 13 other towns.
Begg × Co, John Smedley, Johnstons Of Elgin, Palava, Phoebe English
Ayr
Begg × Cofactory shop
Beauly
Clapham
Glencroftfactory shop
Dornoch
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Elgin
Johnstons Of Elginfactory shop
Glastonbury
Draper of Glastonburyfactory shop
Hawick
Johnstons Of Elginfactory shop
Matlock
John Smedleyfactory shop
Melrose
Penzance
Carnwearfactory shop
Robin Hood's Bay
Saundersfoot
Monkstone Knitwearfactory shop
St Andrews
Tenby
Whitby
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