Traditional Orkney Chair Maker

On a recent visit to Orkney we had the chance to meet a true craftsman who is not only making traditional furniture from scratch but is preserving a piece of the Orkney heritage with passion and well researched knowledge.

A round backed version of the Orkney Chair

The traditional Orkney Chair maker, Fraser Anderson creates a range of award winning traditional furniture, building on the legacy of the distinctive Orkney chair and his passion for the art is infectious. Get talking to Fraser and you will learn more about the true history of the piece of Orkney Furniture than could possibly be learned from museums and visitor centres.

Learn more about Orkney Hand Crafted Furniture

Many traditional and specialist skills in the UK are undergoing a revival, with support from major organisations to encourage training and professional development.

National Heritage Training Group
The NHTG has a UK-wide remit, with responsibility for implementing a coherent strategy for training and skills provision, to meet the demands of the traditional building crafts sector.

Scottish Traditional Skills Training Centre

A Helping Hand

Local authorities and national organisations have specialist staff, able to provide advice on business matters, from marketing to taxation issues.

Business Link have a wealth of information from rules and regulations to finances and grants.  They have even launched a podcast service with guidance covering topics relating to employing people, starting a business and business planning and funding. Read more