The History of Leather

14 February 202414 February 2024 by J Wood Leathers

Leather has played a significant role in human history, evolving alongside civilisations and adapting to the changing needs of societies. J.Wood Leathers is the latest business from a long line of leather merchants, the history of leather has always been a topic of interest to our team. Let’s take a look at how leather has developed from a survival tool to the modern material it is today. Where it all started The story of leather began with the early humans who used primitive tools to craft clothing and tools from animal hides. The Stone Age marked the emergence of …

Christmas 2023

15 December 2023 by J Wood Leathers

Our warehouse will be closing at 1600 on Thursday 21st December. CUT OFF FOR PRE-CHRISTMAS DELIVERY IS 1300 THURSDAY 21st DECEMBER. This is dependent on couriers however, as there are currently seasonal delays with delivery, so we are unable to guarantee delivery times. Last day to collect online orders from the warehouse will be Thursday 21st December, up to 1300. The warehouse will re-open on Tuesday 2nd January. During the shutdown period the online shopping function will remain active, so you can place orders throughout the festive holiday. Any orders placed during this time will be dispatched as …

Merry Christmas 2022

21 December 2022 by J Wood Leathers

Our warehouse will be closing at 1600 on Thursday 22nd December. CUT OFF FOR PRE-CHRISTMAS DELIVERY IS 1300 THURSDAY 22nd DECEMBER. This is dependent on couriers however, as there are currently delays with delivery due to strikes, weather and Christmas back log, so we are unable to guarantee delivery times. Last day to collect online orders from the warehouse will be Thursday 22nd December, up to 1300. The warehouse will re-open on Tuesday 3rd of January. During the shutdown period the online shopping function will remain active, so you can place orders throughout the festive holiday. Any orders placed during this time will …

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

13 September 2022 by J Wood Leathers

Everyone here at J. Wood Leathers is deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty The Queen. She Faithfully served the nation as our Sovereign during her long, happy and glorious reign. Thank you Ma’am for everything and Rest in Peace. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to The Royal Family. We will be closed on Monday 19th September, as a mark of respect for the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. This will allow our team to mourn the nation’s loss. We will open as normal on Tuesday 20th September. God Save The King.

Christmas 2021

20 December 2021 by J Wood Leathers

Our warehouse will be closing at 1600 on Thursday 23rd December. CUT OFF FOR PRE-CHRISTMAS ORDERS IS 11AM THURSDAY 23rd DECEMBER. Last day to collect online orders from the warehouse will be Wednesday 22nd December. The warehouse will re-open on Tuesday 4th of January. During the shutdown period we will be disabling the online shopping function from 11am on Thursday 23rd December. The online shopping function will be re-activated on Saturday 1st January 2021, so you can get your orders in over that first weekend to be dispatched as soon as we re-open on the Tuesday. Finally, we just …

Halloween Competition 2021

12 October 2021 by J Wood Leathers

IT’S COMPETITION TIME 🚨 As Halloween is right around the corner, we thought we’d celebrate the spooky season by throwing a Halloween themed competition! 🎃👻 WIN one Full side of our best selling Regular Grade Natural Veg Tan Leather, (winner can select preferred thickness), plus a full set of swatch cards with free UK delivery. To enter: ✅ Follow @jwoodleathers 👍 Like our Facebook Page 💬 Tag a friend in the comments 🔄 Share to your story (Tag us!) T&C’s apply (see below) Competition ends 28/10/21 Winner announced 29/10/21 #JWL Good luck! 🎃👻 Terms & Conditions: By entering …