There was a huge demand for decorative cast iron throughout Great Britain, America and South Australia. In South Australia, this demand reached it's climax in the last quarter of the 19th century. One of the most famous foundries was the Sun Foundry, which was set up by Colin Stewart and Allen Cameron Harley.
Colin Stewart left Glasgow and his position in the original Sun Foundry to travel to Australia. It seems likely that Stewart bought out the Fulton Foundry in Adelaide, and with a Mr Harley established the Sun Foundry of Harley and Stewart around 1867. AC Harley bought out Harley and Stewart in 1910, but retained the foundry name, becoming Forwood Down & Co Ltd in 1924.
Colin Stewart left Glasgow and his position in the original Sun Foundry to travel to Australia. It seems likely that Stewart bought out the Fulton Foundry in Adelaide, and with a Mr Harley established the Sun Foundry of Harley and Stewart around 1867. AC Harley bought out Harley and Stewart in 1910, but retained the foundry name, becoming Forwood Down & Co Ltd in 1924.
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The Stewart Collection of cast iron gates was inspired and is an exact reproduction of a design from the 1890's. The Stirling Collection of Cast Iron gates is a bold collection with simple lines and strong casting. Argyle gates are ready for installation immediately and ensure a lasting quality beauty for your home or business.
At Period Gates we offer a range of cast iron collections which include traditional Cast Iron Pedestrian Gates. Our pedestrian gates are made using traditional foundry techniques from a time when the word craftsmanship really stood for something. And, apart from adding grace and charm to your property, our cast iron pedestrian gates are built to last - that's centuries, not decades.
Our Cast Iron Driveway Gates come in a range of sizes up to 14' and in many stunning designs. Our iron driveway gates suit many purposes, such as garden driveway gates, or gates to public grounds, such as parks. Regardless of their varied application, they carry one thing in common. They exude the high quality craftsmanship that comes from using traditional foundry techniques.
Our Cast Iron Railings come in half or full height and can be tailored to your specifications. All heritage fencing can be used in curved applications. And, all of our railings are crafted in solid cast iron and have been designed with ease of installation in mind.
The heritage fencing available from Period Gates is the ideal accompaniment to any manner of homes, public and private properties who are looking to add ornamental railings that emphasise history and high quality.Browse our collections, which are inspired by authentic 19th century designs, to see some of the stunning cast iron railings that we stock.
The heritage fencing available from Period Gates is the ideal accompaniment to any manner of homes, public and private properties who are looking to add ornamental railings that emphasise history and high quality.Browse our collections, which are inspired by authentic 19th century designs, to see some of the stunning cast iron railings that we stock.
We hold a large stock of each item in our warehouse which means all our products are ready for dispatch once an order is processed. If for any reason gates are out of stock then we will confirm a lead time to you. We offer delivery throughout UK, goods can be either collected from premises or we can provide a quote for delivery to your area.
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