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26 August 2026

The History and Evolution of the Chandelier: From Royal Palaces to Bespoke Handcrafted Lighting

Written by Dave Gladwin
From its earliest beginnings as a simple wooden frame holding candles, to the intricate bespoke metalwork seen in contemporary homes today, the chandelier tells a story of evolving technology, changing interiors, and enduring appreciation for craftsmanship.
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09 June 2026

Introducing the Midhope 6-light Chandelier

Written by Juliet Fishenden
Midhope 6-light wrought iron chandelier
The Return of the Midhope Chandelier: Hand-Forged Heritage Lighting from Our Suffolk Forge Some designs never lose their appeal. We are delighted to announce the return of one of our most admired lighting pieces: the Midhope 6-Light Wrought Iron Chandelier. Hand-forged by skilled blacksmiths in our Suffolk forge, the Midhope embodies the enduring qualities...
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25 September 2018

Turning back the wheels of time – at Hooton Pagnell Hall

Written by Dave Gladwin
We have some rather stunning ‘before and after’ shots to share with you. They feature authentic cartwheel chandeliers in a medieval barn, both before and after we got our hands on them … Hooton Pagnell Hall is an ancient manor house in South Yorkshire which has been in the Warde-Norbury family for 300 years. When Mark and Lucianne...
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15 June 2017

Press release – Biggest chandelier takes top spot at wedding venue

Written by Dave Gladwin
A team of Barnsley blacksmiths has delivered the largest chandelier it has ever made to an historic wedding venue in Northamptonshire. Nigel Tyas, which produces dozens of handcrafted wrought iron chandeliers a year, has completed its biggest ever commission for 19th century Crockwell Farm. The two-tier light fitting, made to Nigel’s own ‘Shepherds Crook’...
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