A family run 'traditional' furnishing retailer now into its fourth generation. Originally established in 1811. We are the oldest independent furniture retailer in the country and the oldest family run business in Cornwall. We specialise in supplying quality dining and bedroom furniture upholstery, beds, carpets and curtains to create a homely environment.
We also offer a bespoke holiday home furnishing service. Our 12,000 sq ft showrooms are situated in the edge of Penzance town centre. We pride ourselves on the service we give and the products we offer. Delivery is free in the South West.
We also offer a bespoke holiday home furnishing service. Our 12,000 sq ft showrooms are situated in the edge of Penzance town centre. We pride ourselves on the service we give and the products we offer. Delivery is free in the South West.
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Originally established in 1811 as Olver & Son, the business has traded from its current site since it was built in 1840.
In 1885, the business was purchased by the well known, Truro based furnishers, Criddle & Smith.
In 1909 Alfred Smith joined the business as Manager and purchased it from the previous owners in 1912.
He was joined by his son in 1925 and the business has remained in family ownership ever since.
One of the current Directors is a great grand-daughter of Alfred Smith and it is not unusual to find one of his great, great grand-children helping out in the shop.
In 1885, the business was purchased by the well known, Truro based furnishers, Criddle & Smith.
In 1909 Alfred Smith joined the business as Manager and purchased it from the previous owners in 1912.
He was joined by his son in 1925 and the business has remained in family ownership ever since.
One of the current Directors is a great grand-daughter of Alfred Smith and it is not unusual to find one of his great, great grand-children helping out in the shop.
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