Watts & Co.

The world's most prestigious church furnishing company. Designing the finest handcrafted vestments since 1874.

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St. Pancras station opened in 1868. When built, it was the largest station roof in the world without internal supports.

In 1873, the Midland Grand Hotel, designed by English Gothic Revival architect George Gilbert Scott, was constructed on the station's façade.

📷 1895 - 1905.

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We will be sharing a very exciting announcement next week—so be sure to keep an eye on our website and socials over the next few days!

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#OTD in 1902, the Coronation of King Edward VII took place in Westminster Abbey.
This was the first time our vestments were used for a coronation. One of Watts' Directors, Mr Davenport, along with the architect Micklethwaite, designed 5 sumptuous copes, fully embroidered in gold.

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You can read about our historic connection with St John Henry Newman on our blog: https://t.co/XvFiRzQ85V

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We're delighted to hear the news that St John Henry Newman will be declared a Doctor of the Church!

Cardinal Newman holds a significant place in our history as a company—so much so that we named one of our stock vestment ranges after him.

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The matching hand-embroidered altar frontal, pictured here in front of the Indiana War Memorial following a procession through Indianapolis.

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It has been a year since we attended the phenomenal 10th National Eucharistic Congress.
Our 'Davenport' vestments were used in mass for over 50,000 people. We also crafted a hand-embroidered frontal for the event, and it was a delight to see the vestments on a such grand scale.

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Images courtesy of Jacob Bentzinger and Grant Whitty.

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Thrilled to hear our CEO in conversation with The Living Church! Listen via the link below.

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#Podcast: From copes to coronations, Robert Hoare
@wattsandco reveals the family business of church vestments.

https://t.co/ZCp2v9uSub

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Just head to our website and use the code RSCM5 at the checkout.

Orders placed before the 24th of May are guaranteed to be delivered in June.

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We are offering a limited-time offer for all RSCM members: a 15% discount on our surplices when you pre-order 5 or more!

This applies to all adult and child choir surplices, and our organist styles.

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Main fabric: Oyster & Old Gold 'Bellini' Silk Damask
Orphrey Fabric: 'Coronation' in Blue
Trims: Bellini Blue 'Diamond & Lay'

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Lovely to see this set we made recently in use! Thanks for sharing @frvianclark !

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Watts will be in Dallas on the 25th and 26th of April, and in Houston between the 27th and 30th.

Get in touch if you would like to schedule a meeting. It's the perfect opportunity to discuss your church's next project!

📷 Church of the Incarnation, Dallas TX

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One of our current projects is an exclusive run of stoles for @VTS_Seminary, using a custom silk for their 200th anniversary. It is a great way to share the celebration with everyone at VTS!
Pre-order your customisable stole by April 1st to receive in time for VTS's anniversary.

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Here's a sneak peek of the latest additions to our stock range: the ‘Davenport’ in Rose and Black.

Our newest Rose vestments arrive just in time for #Laetare Sunday - and the Black set is perfect for Good Friday just around the corner.

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Wonderful insight into this iconic piece!

See if you can spot Watts' 'Comper Cathedral' silk damask in the background.

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👑 What is the history and symbolism of the Coronation Chair which will be used for the ceremony in May?

Watch Westminster Abbey Curator Dr Susan Jenkins unpack the historical and decorative features of this very special chair.

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Studio Assistant to START NOW! @wattsandco, creating unparalleled handmade English vestments since 1874.
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#Spanish shape dalmatic in green #Goya. #WattsAndCo #Vestments

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Plate 13 of the #Parson's Handbook: Clerk in sleeveless rochet and correct liturgical expression.