Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Custom Rustic Furniture
Established in 1978, Memory Lane has evolved from a small auction-based venture into a respected family-run furniture business specialising in handcrafted pine, oak, and ash country and rustic furniture. Our workshop produces bespoke items to customer specifications using reclaimed or new timber, while our 100ft showroom displays a wide range of stock pieces. With over four decades of experience, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design to create timeless furniture.Our team, led by third-generation craftsman Justin Robinson, maintains rigorous quality standards across all bespoke commissions and restoration projects. We serve customers seeking unique, durable furniture solutions for both contemporary and heritage properties.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Furniture Restoration
Garden Items
Custom Wardrobes
Handcrafted Tables
TV Units
Chests of Drawers
Dressing Tables
Narrow Storage Units
Fireplace Surrounds
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 45+ years of specialist furniture-making experience
- Bespoke commissions tailored to individual specifications and spaces
- Sustainable practice using reclaimed timber alongside new materials
- In-house workshop for custom designs and restoration projects
- Comprehensive range of traditional and contemporary rustic furniture
Services
Bespoke Furniture
We create made-to-order furniture tailored to individual specifications and spaces. Our craftsmen produce unique pieces using traditional techniques combined with modern design principles. Each commission receives meticulous attention to ensure perfect fit and functionality for both contemporary and heritage properties.
Furniture Restoration
Our workshop specialises in restoring antique and damaged furniture to its former glory. Using period-appropriate materials and techniques, we preserve original character while ensuring structural integrity. Services include wood repair, finish restoration, and structural reinforcement for heirloom pieces.
Garden Items
We craft durable garden benches, statues, and decorative elements from weather-resistant timber. Our outdoor range combines practicality with traditional design aesthetics. Each piece is treated to withstand UK weather conditions while maintaining natural wood characteristics.
Handcrafted Tables
From farmhouse styles to contemporary designs, our tables are made using solid timber construction methods. We offer standard sizes with options for custom dimensions and finishes. All tables feature reinforced joints for lasting stability and everyday use.
Fireplace Surrounds
We produce traditional and reproduction fireplace surrounds in various wood types. Our designs replicate period features while accommodating modern installation requirements. Each surround is crafted to complement both original and contemporary interior styles.
People
Justin Robinson
Workshop Manager
Third-generation craftsman with over 30 years' experience in bespoke furniture making. Joined the business in 1989, completed formal training at Huddersfield College, and has managed the workshop since 2003. Specialises in traditional joinery techniques and custom commissions.
Questions
Can you make furniture to custom dimensions?
Yes, we specialise in bespoke commissions tailored to specific measurements and design requirements.
What materials do you use?
We work with reclaimed timber and new pine, oak, and ash sourced from sustainable suppliers.
Do you restore antique furniture?
Yes, our workshop provides full restoration services for antique and damaged pieces using traditional methods.
How long does a custom order take?
Lead times vary by complexity but typically range from 4-8 weeks for bespoke commissions.
Can I visit the showroom?
Our showroom in Sowerby Bridge is open Monday-Thursday 10:30-17:00 and Friday-Saturday 10:30-16:00.
Do you deliver furniture?
We offer delivery arrangements for larger items - please discuss requirements when placing your order.
Reviews (2)
Lynn Oxley Shackleton
Apr 06, 2017
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We have bought numerous pieces of furniture over the years from Memory Lane and the quality and service never fails to impress. Highly highly.
Rebecca Gillard
Jul 11, 2016
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Amazing place! We've bought wardrobes, kitchen table and chairs, bed and butchers block. All fantastic quality and totally unique!
