Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Locksmiths in Northampton Since 1965
Northampton Locksmiths is a family-run business established in 1965, offering a comprehensive range of security solutions and related services to residential and commercial clients. Our expertise spans emergency locksmith services, key cutting, security lock installations, trophy engraving, and personalized gifts. With over five decades of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering honest advice, competitive pricing, and guaranteed workmanship.Our retail premises in Northampton allow customers to engage directly with our knowledgeable team, ensuring tailored solutions for local security needs. As the longest-established independent locksmiths in the area, we combine traditional values with modern techniques to meet evolving security demands.
Services
Security Locks
Emergency Locksmith
Key Cutting
Trophies & Engraving
Personalised Gifts
Watch Straps & Batteries
UPVC Door Locks
Commercial Door Locks
Window Locks
Key Safes
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- Established in 1965 as Northampton's longest-running independent locksmiths
- No call-out charges for emergency services
- Specialists in unusual key types and high-security locks
- Fully guaranteed work with insurance-approved solutions
- Retail shop offering face-to-face customer support and immediate service
What people say
Excellent service
Highly recommended
Great service
Superb facility
Outstanding service
Services
Security Locks
We supply and fit high-security locks for doors, windows, and gates, including brands like Chubb, Yale, and ERA. Our services cover UPVC, composite, and traditional wooden doors, with options meeting BS3621 insurance standards. Expert advice ensures optimal security solutions for residential and commercial properties.
Emergency Locksmith
Available for urgent lockouts, break-ins, and key theft incidents. Our non-destructive entry techniques minimize damage while resolving access issues. Services include lock repairs, replacements, and installation of high-security cylinders like Ultion and ABS anti-snap models, with no VAT charged on emergency callouts.
Key Cutting
Specialists in cutting standard and high-security keys including dimple, ABS, and Mul-T-Lock types. We offer while-you-wait service for common keys and can order rare blanks. Pricing starts at 4.50 for cylinder keys, with competitive rates for specialized security key systems.
Trophies & Engraving
Supply and engraving service for sports trophies, medals, and corporate awards. Four in-store engraving machines handle glass, metal, and wood items. Custom engraving available for personal or business needs, including house signs and bespoke engraved gifts.
Personalised Gifts
Laser engraving service for gifts including glassware, wooden boxes, and metal items. Range includes engraved hip flasks, key rings, and slate products. Custom messages and designs available, with options for both in-store purchases and customer-supplied items.
People
Alan Joynes
Director & Founder
Alan founded Northampton Locksmiths in 1965, starting with carpentry and lock fitting. He transitioned the business to focus on security products in 1988. With expertise in lock systems and community engagement, he remains actively involved in operations.
Sharon Joynes
Director
Sharon joined the family business full-time in 1985, managing key cutting, engraving, and accounts. Her extensive experience in lock mechanisms ensures accurate key duplication. She represents the business daily in the retail shop, providing expert customer service.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 emergency locksmith services for lockouts, break-ins, and key theft. Our team offers non-destructive entry and urgent lock replacements across Northamptonshire.
Can you cut high-security keys?
Yes, we cut ABS, Ultion, and Mul-T-Lock high-security keys using genuine blanks. Our specialists handle dimple keys and unusual lock types that major chains cannot process.
Do you engrave custom items?
We engrave trophies, medals, glassware, and personal items. If it fits our machines, we can engrave it – including unusual requests like pendant engravings and tool markings.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Northampton and surrounding areas including Wellingborough, Daventry, Kettering, and Rushden. Emergency services extend across Northamptonshire.
Are there discounts available?
We offer 5% discounts for NHS staff and British Forces personnel on all products and services.
Reviews (1)
Elizabeth Mclachlan
May 09, 2018
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Thank you once again for such quick and efficient service. You are wonderful people and a very good business
