Berkshire


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<p>Love clean lines and hairpin legs? Then you’re right on trend. Mid-century is having a moment, and we’re head over Heal’s for it. Whatever you thought of the plot and much-twittered shenanigans between Olivia Wilde and Florence Pugh following the release of&nbsp;<em>Don’t Worry Darling</em>, surely we’re all agreed on the that divine mid-century sunken living room? Couple that with the opening of Nordic design gallery Modernity at Newson’s Yard, London’s new design hub in Pimlico, and we’re all bonkers for Bauhaus.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://auctions.windsorauctions.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Windsor Auctions</a>, Windsor</h2>



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<p>The auction room is the gladiatorial arena for bargain hunters – and <a href="https://auctions.windsorauctions.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Windsor Auctions</a> is top of my list for deliciously unique Mid Century modern teak furniture – bookcases, sideboards, coffee tables and cabinets – by G Plan and Ercol. They also have loads of bang on trend cane furniture to snap up right now and vintage Ikea sofas. Yup, old school Ikea furniture is officially cool. If you want bang for your buck, grab a paddle and bid. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://countrymousehome.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Country Mouse Home</a>, Warfield</h2>



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<p><a href="https://countrymousehome.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Country Mouse Home</a> is part of The Old Grain Barn antiques emporium at Moss End Garden Centre – a treasure-trove of vintage and antiques.&nbsp;Two storeys to root around in and plenty of gems to find. Retro posters and home accessories are there to found, but owner Karen usually has Ercol pieces she has upcycled in her paint workshop. There&#8217;s also a curated room of Mid Century originals including sideboards, cool armchairs, home accessories and lamps to snap up. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://mayandcointeriors.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">May + Co</a>, Oxford</h2>



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<p>Amy and Martin have an eye for an elegant piece of mid-century furniture so it’s no surprise to hear that their stock regularly sells out. Sign up to the May + Co newsletter to get a first look at the new stock, which goes online on the last Sunday of the month, or go and check it out at their appointment only warehouse in Oxford’s Hurst Street. Desks, books cases, and cabinets are their bread and butter but you’ll probably get seduced by the unusual pottery and accessories too.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-foster-gane-little-milton"><a href="https://fosterandgane.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Foster &amp; Gane</a>, Little Milton</h2>



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<p>The curated finds at F&amp;G could be anything from 19th century oils to an arts and crafts lamp, though mid-century gems are always in stock. Current finds that have got us drooling include a beechwood elbow chair by Alec Larsson and these covetable beech and rattan reclining chairs and footstools by Francis Jourdain. It’s a wide selection though the over-riding theme is high design, craftsmanship and rarity. You can browse the selection at the F&amp;G space at Lassco Three Pigeons during opening hours or by appointment. Mon-Sat 10am – 5pm (Weds til 12pm).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.bullandtash.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bull + Tash</a>, Chesham</h2>



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<p>If mid-century is your thing then you need to stop by Chesham high street and pop into Bull + Tash’s fabulous showroom. They’ve had an online presence on IG for a while now, enticing South Bucks residents with gorgeous, one-off pieces sourced from the continent. Can’t make it to Chesham? No worries. It’s all online and is an interiors hipster’s dream.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.furniturerecyclingshop.co.uk/pages/about-us" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Furniture Recycling Shop</a>, Bourne End</h2>



<p>This place is a real treasure trove and often has really interesting pieces that will work for all budgets. So, it’s worth a trip for upcyclers and upholsterers but also, the team here works hard to source high quality, solid wood vintage furniture in excellent condition. Mid-century-wise recently sold items include a sewing box, nest of three tables and retro Danish stool. Go check it out to find the current gems. Open Thurs-Fri 10-4pm, Sat 10-5pm, Sun 11-4pm.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.stationmill.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Station Mill</a>, Chipping Norton</h2>



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<p>This bright, two-floored space is home to 80 antiques dealers with antique, vintage and repro goodies. There’s always mid-century bits to be found including furniture from Ercol and G-Plan plus those perfect finishing touches like lamps and mirrors. Head to Daniel Patrick Claridge’s collection to start you off. Open 11-5pm Mon-Fri (Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.giltandgrain.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gilt and Grain</a>, Abingdon</h2>



<p>A fab little place occupying The Old Chapel on Faringdon Road has a revolving weekly stock of antique, vintage and modern furniture – all at really affordable prices. Mid-century coffee tables and vanity units have passed through the stock recently, so it’s well worth popping in occasionally and signing up to the newsletter to nab yourself a bargain. Open Weds to Sunday, 11am to 4pm (Sat 10am to 5pm).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.theconsortiumonline.co.uk/pages/winchester-shop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Consortium</a>, Winchester</h2>



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<p>With three floors and nine rooms of goodies including furniture, gifts and jewellery, we challenge you not to come away with something from this mecca, whether it’s vintage, antique, industrial, retro or repro. When it comes to mid-century, expect shelf units, cabinets, chairs and more.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.erfmann-vintage.co.uk/collections/mid-century" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Efrmann Vintage</a>, Sudbury, Suffolk</h2>



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<p>You can pick up a fabulously retro chair or storage unit here for under £300, which isn’t bad value in mid-century terms. With the best in Danish and Scandi design, this place has supplied collectors, interior designers, film sets and museums for 50 years, so if you see something you like online, you’d better get there quick to check it out. Viewings by appointment only.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.retrospectiveinteriors.com/about-us/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Retrospective Interiors</a>, Borehamwood, Herts&nbsp;</h2>



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<p>Prepare to have your mind blown by this vast showroom and homage to mid-20<sup>th</sup>&nbsp;Century British and Scandi furniture. Parker Knoll, Richard Hornby, Angraves, Heal’s and more – all the names are here, big and small, and we can guarantee you’ll come back with more than you bargained for.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.orangeandbrown.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Orange &amp; Brown</a>, Bristol</h2>



<p>You’ve gotta love the name of this place that just sums up the whole vintage/kitsch thang and it’s iconic design. You can shop small at this place – an Arne Jacobsen toast rack perhaps? Or go big with a whole set of his dining chairs – talk about Bauhaus.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://junkdeluxe.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Junk Deluxe</a>, Margate, Kent</h2>



<p>This place covers has the 20th Century heyday covered, from the 1930s to the 80s and every inch of rosewood and rattan in between. Check out the stock online or make a weekend of it with a trip to this seaside town which is up to its elbows in retro.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.theoldcinema.co.uk/midcentury.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Old Cinema</a>, Chiswick, London</h2>



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<p>A potter round the Old Cinema is never a wasted trip if you find yourself with an hour to spare in west London. The mid-century collection is always being topped up and has the more affordable Ercol items alongside the more striking – and eye wateringly-priced – rarer finds.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.vintiquelondon.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vintique</a>, Peckham, London</h2>



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<p>With more than ten years in the business, this Aladdin’s Cave is a hotspot for vintage and retro finds and a little more at the affordable end with prices tending towards three figures, rather than four. While you’re in town, also check out&nbsp;<a href="https://www.twocolumbiaroad.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Two Columbia Road</a>&nbsp;in East London for statement pieces and&nbsp;<a href="http://ferrovelholondon.co.uk/shop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ferro Velho</a>&nbsp;near Old Street for icing-on-the-cake accessories, or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/2and4vintage/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">2 &amp; 4 Vintage</a>&nbsp;on Southgate Road in Hackney which has a cult following for its bright and bold furniture and accessories.</p>



<p><strong>Shopping online?&nbsp;</strong>Check out&nbsp;<a href="https://midcenturyrefind.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">midcenturyrefind.co.uk</a>&nbsp;for its constantly updated selection of chairs, tables and storage or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fourquartershome.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourquartershome.com</a>&nbsp;to ogle its uber chic furniture, lighting and artwork. Like the look but don’t want to splurge?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.habitat.co.uk/inspiration/mid-century-trend" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">habitat</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://fisheandlilly.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fishe &amp; Lily</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westelm.co.uk/ideas-inspiration/shop-trending-styles/mid-century-furniture" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">West Elm</a>&nbsp;are a good bet and come come in cheaper than the cult name antiques.</p>


A fine vintage: Where to buy mid-century furniture and homewares

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