Deep in the heart of Sherwood Forest, you might expect to find a certain outlaw in tights, but we’ve found something far more practical for the unpredictable British weather: Richmond Knitwear. Since 1990, the family-run team at Crystal Knitwear has been flying the flag for proper British manufacturing in Mansfield, a town with textile production woven into its very DNA. They haven't just kept the local heritage alive; they’ve grabbed it by the yarn and knitted it into something durable, sustainable, and undeniably stylish.

In a world of fast fashion and throwaway trends, Richmond is the stubborn antidote. Their secret weapon is the "fully fashioned" technique. Unlike cheaper garments that are cut from a flat sheet of cloth (leaving a pile of waste on the cutting room floor), Richmond garments are knitted to the exact shape of the human form. It’s a zero-waste philosophy that results in a better fit and a longer life. Using only the finest natural fibres—including traceable British Wool that acts as an active fibre to regulate your temperature—they create knitwear that doesn’t just look the part, but plays the part too.

Richmond isn't about reinventing the wheel; it's about perfecting the jumper. Whether it’s chunky British wool or refined Merino, every stitch is a testament to the skill found in their Nottinghamshire factory. They are 100% made in Britain, mulesing-free, and built to survive everything from a breezy coastal walk to a Sunday afternoon at the pub. It’s honest, hardworking knitwear that wears its "Made in Mansfield" label with pride.