We are champions of worsted Merino wool.
We believe in exceptional quality and attention to detail.
One of the UK's largest Stock Ranges
Including; Woven Selvedge, English Classics, Linen, Tropical and more.

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Designed, Woven and Finished
in England.

Supplying the England World Cup Team
in Qatar 2022
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Autumn Winter 2025/2026
Digital range now available to view online.
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One of the UK's largest Stock Ranges
Including; Woven Selvedge, English Classics, Linen, Tropical and more.

See the collection
We are champions of worsted Merino wool.
We believe in exceptional quality and
attention to detail.
Designed, Woven and Finished
in England.

Our Fabrics

Classic English fabrics woven in England.

Founded in 1915, Alfred Brown (Worsted Mills) Ltd has spent the last century perfecting the bulk production of worsted cloth of outstanding quality and consistency.

We are known for our British style.

We weave fabrics from 100% Merino wool and wool blends. Our heritage weaves and designs work alongside contemporary fashion trends to create a classically British collection.

We are unique amongst the mills in the UK because we achieve consistent mix and match on bulk suiting orders batch to batch, which our large retail customers demand.

Seasonal and stock-supported collections.

Our seasonal collection is available to order from 335metres. New designs are launched twice a year for spring/summer and autumn/winter.

We stock support over 200 of our classic English fabric lines, which are available to order with minimums of just 35 metres. Our stock support service provides an accessible entry point for small brands and tailors.

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Uses

Retail, Corporate and Tailoring.

We manufacture a broad range of fabrics, which have been exported globally since the 1970s. From high-street retailers and corporate clients to exclusive tailoring shops, we deliver levels of excellence, quality and value which ensure lasting relationships with all our customers.

The most respected names in retail, fashion and tailoring use the Alfred Brown brand in their garments.

how our fabrics are used
Production

Made in England.

We are proud to have been manufacturing on the same site in the heart of Yorkshire for over 100 years.

Throughout our history, we have invested consistently in the latest weaving technology. We aim to respect the traditional craft of weaving and drive efficiencies to maintain quality and a competitive edge.

How it's made
OuR Story

Over 100 Years in the Making.

Herbert Brown started out weaving military, fire service and police uniforms. Today, our customer base is much more diverse. We still supply corporate wear and uniforms for the Household Guard, but just as retailing developed over a century, so have our product and our story.

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From 35 meters in our stock support range to bespoke bulk production. Our sales team are on hand to find or develop your perfect cloth. Get in touch or take a look at our fabric collections below.