About Us

On the one hand, there’s our history. Production started in 1783 and across eight generations of the Hainsworth family, weaving continues today in our Yorkshire mill. All this history behind us means we’re uniquely placed to introduce British-made fabrics of exceptional quality to a new generation.

On the other hand, there’s our passionate belief in the future of the UK textiles industry. Innovation is a tradition at AW Hainsworth. We constantly look ahead, applying our technical expertise in collaboration with our customers, to develop the most technically advanced solutions. This includes looking to the generations that follow. Hence our commitment to sustainability – not only in our products and processes, but also in the way we work with people and the community.

A rich heritage. A constant drive for innovation.
Our warp and our weft. Together they are the
strength of Hainsworth fabrics.

Our history is family history

From the time Abimelech William Hainsworth started manufacturing woollen cloth in Yorkshire in 1783, investing in our people and developing strong partnerships with customers and suppliers have been central to our success.

When you buy Hainsworth fabrics, you are far more than just a customer. You become part of the Hainsworth family, and when it comes to service and delivery, nothing is too much
trouble. Our global reputation is built on strong foundations of trust, integrity and reliability.

Sustainability at the core

In everything we do, we aim to reduce our impact — in our processes, our
practices and our products — and contribute positively to the conversation around sustainability.

Discover the Hainsworth Brands

Over 240 years of heritage and learning are reflected in the diversity of our brands and their product ranges.

An enviably diverse range of markets

We use our experience and knowledge to serve many different sectors, from fashion to fire, from snooker to soft furnishings.

A history spanning 241 years

Always in Yorkshire, always owned by the Hainsworth family, always producing cloth. These are three constants in a long and varied history.

A top team

A team of experts that guide the cloth we make through every process in the mill.

Sustainability at our core

We’re committed to building a sustainable, profitable business that paves the way for responsible manufacturing.

Innovation as a tradition

We explore the capabilities of the fabrics we produce and develop new textile qualities to meet our customers’ needs.

Lots to talk about

There’s always lots going on at the mill, so stay up to date with our news and insights.

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Quality without compromise

Our dedicated workforce monitor and improve product quality at each stage of the manufacturing process. As well as departmental monitoring, we also have a series of inspection points throughout the manufacturing process so we can identify and rectify any faults.

Our accreditations

The accreditations we hold are a sign of our ongoing commitment to quality, excellence and innovation.