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James Grove Heritage Centre

When James Grove & Sons Ltd closed in 2012 after 155 years of trading, the UK not only lost its last horn button-maker, but its entire heritage was at risk of being lost also. Courtney & Co managed to acquire much of this material and has since opened the James Grove Heritage Centre as a reference and learning resource for designers, tailors and fashion students.

Located at Courtney & Co’s premises in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, the centre comprises various interpretation boards, videos, photos, sample books, historical records, historic dies, books, old marketing material and memorabilia, not to mention a section showing the materials used in button-making, and how buttons are made.

The Heritage Centre was opened by UKFT’s President Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal in 2019.

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Visiting the James Grove Heritage Centre

 

The James Grove Heritage Centre is a reference and learning resource for designers, tailors and fashion students.

The centre is open by appointment only.

Please contact David with enquiries david@courtneyandco.uk

Who are Courtney & Co?

 

Courtney & Co is reviving button-making in the UK using traditional techniques & new technology, natural & environmentally-friendly materials and heritage patterns in a way that is ecological, ethical and fully sustainable.

 

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