AS RESIDENTS across the borough commemorate the centenary of the start of World War One, a caring family-run textile company chose their own way of marking the event…
Parkin Fabrics, headed by David Parkin of Greenfield, decided that on the anniversary date – August 4 – they would donate 16% of their sales turnover – in recognition of the Battle of the Somme in 1916 – to the Royal British Legion.
More than 1,000,000 men were wounded or killed in the Battle of the Somme, making it one of the largest and bloodiest battles ever.
David and one of his sons Nicholas presented a cheque for £250 to Arthur Hinchliffe, chairman of the Saddleworth Branch of the Royal British Legion, and Bernard King, vice chairman.
Arthur commented: “We are very grateful for this wonderful and generous donation from Parkin Fabrics.”
Parkin Fabrics, established in 1989, boast a 55m2 warehouse on Vulcan Street, Oldham, with a haberdashery shop and more than 4,000 products for individuals and companies to choose from.
They are key suppliers to furnishing, craft, theatrical, bridal and formalwear markets both in the United Kingdom and across the globe.
And they are the UK’s largest stockist and supplier of hat-making fabrics and accessories, offering everything from brocades, buckram and sinamay to felts, flowers, feathers and crinoline.
They have also formed the Parkin Academy to pass on hat-making skills through the finest millinery tutors on courses for absolute beginners through to advanced levels.
Find out more about Parkin Fabrics by visiting them at the Prince of Wales Business Park, Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER or visit their website: www.parkinfabrics.co.uk
You can also contact them by calling 0161 627 4455 or emailing info@parkinfabrics.co.uk
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