For over 300 years, Kirklees has been at the forefront of textile innovation. We are leaders in sustainable fashion, textile and product manufacturing, and have a rich history in cloth-making. The name ‘Huddersfield’ is synonymous with quality worldwide with our businesses supplying renowned fashion brands globally.
A skilled and expanding textiles workforce of 6,500
360 market-leading textile businesses
World-class training in textile skills
A well-connected network of collaborators in the textiles industry
An outstanding reputation for textiles research and development
Textile businesses investing in Kirklees benefit from a thriving and supportive ecosystem. This is fast-tracking innovation and transforming technologies in the textile sector.
Leading spinning, dyeing, finishing and manufacturing companies like Lawton Yarns, W T Johnson and Sons, CJ Antich and Sons, Camira Fabrics and Roaches International have chosen to invest and grow their companies in Kirklees.
Read the Kirklees Textiles Showcase to explore why Kirklees is the right choice for your business.
Discover the significant strengths of the textiles industry in West Yorkshire. See the West Yorkshire Textiles Showcase for further information.