JOHN FOSTER

200 years of weaving fine cloth since 1819

ABOUT US

World famous for quality worsted and mohair apparel fabrics

Today our business continues to weave iconic British cloths in our Yorkshire mill with time-honoured skills passed down through generations.

“If we are to do justice to the company that still bears the John Foster name, we have to constantly be looking for ways to improve and innovate through raw materials, weaving techniques and the use of finishing, whilst still providing you with the quality of product you deserve.”

– David Gallimore, Managing Director

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HERITAGE

In 1819, the John Foster story of producing the world’s finest worsted cloths from luxurious merino wool, mohair, alpaca, cashmere and silk began. At the age of 21 he started to revolutionise the textile industry. In 1835, Mr. Foster erected a mill in Black Dyke, Queensbury, on the site of a family farmstead. This mill became known as ‘Black Dyke Mills’, and was the foundation upon which John Foster’s immense business was built.

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OUR FABRICS

Discover iconic cloths with over 200 years of John Foster history, heritage and tradition, in stock supported bunches and seasonal collections.

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NEWS

The latest news, features and product launches from John Foster throughout the year.

News
6th March 2024

Presenting Summerstrand

The Worlds Best Mohair.   Our portfolio boasts a diverse range of exquisite wool fabrics, including customer favourite, Summerstrand. For 2024, we have we've enriched our stock supported bunch Summerstrand…
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27th February 2024

Dive Deeper into our Spring Summer 2025 Collection

Following the launch of our Spring Summer 2025 collection, as well as successful international showcases, we invite you to explore the collection's unique offerings in greater depth. This season, we…
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31st January 2024

Introducing Spring/Summer 2025

We are pleased to announce the launch of our spring/summer 2025 collection. Months of dedication and creative exploration by our team have resulted in a range that marries innovation with on-trend…
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