Our business, founded in 1900 by brothers Edward & Arthur Wates, is possibly unique within Britain. Offering a multitude of services we combine the best of what is expected; traditional service and a wealth of product knowledge, with a genuine flair for Interior Design and fabulous furniture. Look through this website and you will understand that there really is something for everyone. Whether it be supplying the latest sofa or restoring Granny’s grand piano, the same enthusiasm and passion will accompany every enquiry, where we will work with you to meet every furnishing challenge. The brothers started this comprehensive furnishing service and also constructed thousands of houses within the locality. Each property took advantage of the furnishings available and early houses even benefited from our horse drawn removal service! It was in the 1920’s that Wates the builders was formally created and grew to become a national company. Today we run a progressive 4 floor retail store, purpose built workshop and warehousing for our removal & storage services.