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Why Waverley

We're experts

We are experts in the science of improving the performance and aesthetics of interior spaces, using our extensive knowledge to help architects and contractors create exceptional environments through the use of curtains and blinds.

Family owned and managed, we’re committed to remaining independent and continuing to develop a strong, ethical business that genuinely cares about our customers, team and the environment.

We keep our promises

We always keep our promises and take pride in developing long-lasting partnerships with our clients, backed up by more than four decades-worth of industry experience.

Our team relish the opportunity to work with architects and contractors on challenging projects that require bespoke solutions and creative thinking to solve issues and deliver an exceptional environment.

We manufacture

We have our own UK based manufacturing facilities, upgraded in 2022, which enable us to consistently deliver high-quality products, and our established global supply chain ensures we have the right solutions for any challenge.

Our People

Aaryanna James

Executive Assistant

Aaryanna James

Executive Assistant

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Aaryanna joined us at end July 2022 and her support of the Directors quickly became invaluable. Aaryanna's main focus is on HR and Compliance.

Andy Saunby

Senior Estimator

Andy Saunby - Senior Estimator - Waverley

Andy Saunby

Senior Estimator

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Andy has been estimating for Waverley for over 13 years and has a wealth of experience in costing for contractors, making him one of the most senior team members.

Bruce James

Director

Bruce James - Operations Director - Waverley

Bruce James

Director

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Bruce is responsible for Operations, including overseeing our manufacturing facility at Luton and management of installation staff and sub-contractors.  Bruce also project manages many of our prime residential projects.

Bryn James

Business Development Manager

Bryn James

Business Development Manager

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Bryn joined us in 2021, initially working in the marketing department before moving into the sales team. He's now part the fit-out team, working on projects in London and the South East, alongside Wes and Cameron.

Cameron Davie

Senior Estimator

Cameron Davie - Commercial Manager & Senior Estimator - Waverley

Cameron Davie

Senior Estimator

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Cam has many years of experience in the solar shading industry, proving himself to be a seasoned estimator and a great asset to the team, working on major projects both inside and outside of London.

Callum Barry

Project Manager

Callum Barry

Project Manager

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Since joining us in 2021, Callum has quickly become a valuable member of our growing project management team, looking after projects across London and the South East.

Dan Voller

Specification Manager

Dan Voller

Specification Manager

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Dan joined us in March 2022 as an Estimator, and quickly settled into his role supporting the Fitout team with projects both inside and outside of London, before stepping up into the Specification Manager role in April 2023.

Daniel James

Managing Director

Daniel James - Managing Director - Waverley

Daniel James

Managing Director

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Daniel has a clear vision for Waverley, with a strong focus on strategy and culture.  He believes that sports teams are better run than most businesses and is working hard to address this at Waverley, regularly drawing on characteristics and tactics observed in the best teams around! 

David Macgregor

Business Resource & Process Manager

David Macgregor - IT & Systems Manager - Waverley

David Macgregor

IT & Systems Manager

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David is responsible for the continuous improvement and modernisation of our IT systems and processes, ensuring our in-house technology is as efficient as possible.

Deborah Cooper

Finance Admin

Deborah Cooper - Finance Admin - Waverley

Deborah Cooper

Finance Admin

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Debs joined us this year and is responsible for invoicing to customers and assisting with the purchase ledger.

Frazer James

Sales Director

Frazer James - Business Development Manager - Waverley

Frazer James

Business Development Manager

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Frazer joined us in 2016 as an estimator before moving into a project sales roles. He has since progressed within the company and now heads up the sales team as our Sales Director.

Graham James

Founder

Graham James

Founder

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Graham purchased the company in 2000 and has overseen steady growth since. He is no longer involved in the day-to-day management of the company but remains passionate about its success.

Ian King

Project Manager

Ian King - Project Manager - Waverley

Ian King

Project Manager

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Ian manages projects in and out of London and is a great help with technical detail, possessing a great knowledge of electrical systems.

Lloyd Palmer

Project Manager

Lloyd Palmer - Project Manager - Waverley

Lloyd Palmer

Project Manager

Lloyd began his journey at Waverley as an installer, and since then has worked his way up to surveying and now to managing projects outside London. His years of experience installing and surveying has proven to be valuable experience for his new role as a project manager.

Lydia James

Finance Co-ordinator

Lydia James - Purchase Ledger - Waverley

Lydia James

Finance Co-ordinator

Lydia is responsible for maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring imports are taken care of. She has an eye for detail and is always keen to improve.

Mandy Biggs

Events & Marketing Co-ordinator

Mandy Biggs - Marketing Manager - Waverley

Mandy Biggs

Events & Marketing Co-ordinator

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Mandy joined us in 2009.  She works closely with the specification team, looking after sample enquiries and promoting group companies to architects and interior designers through arranging events and CPDs, as well as supporting the marketing team.

Matt Kirkbride

Project Manager

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Matt Kirkbride

Project Manager

Oli Birch

Content Creator

Oli Birch

Content Creator

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Oli joined our team in September 2022 and will be using his experience from the content creation industry to oversee all our blogs, case studies and social media posts.

Oscar Dunn

Business Development Manager

Oscar Dunn

Business Development Manager

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Oscar joined us in January 2022, providing support for the contract sales team, working on projects both inside and outside of London.

Reece Palmer

Project Manager

Reece Palmer

Project Manager

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Reece joined us in August 2021, quickly becoming a valuable member of the team by ensuring accurate site measurements and relaying them back to the team as our Site Surveyor, before progressing to a Project Manager role in November 2023.

Richard Reeves

Estimator

Richard Reeves - Estimator - Waverley

Richard Reeves

Estimator

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Rich joined us at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and has proven himself as a reliable member of the contract estimating team, working with BDMs and project managers to identify the best solution for each project.

Russell Keegan

Technical Director

Russell Keegan - Project Manager - Waverley

Russell Keegan

Technical Director

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Russell is our Technical Director, using his extensive experience in the industry and knowledge of motorisation and controls to work closely with Sales and Specification teams and continue our product development.

Sarah Pegg

Credit Control Manager

Sarah Keefe - Sales Ledger - Waverley

Sarah Pegg

Credit Control Manager

Sarah is one of our long-standing staff members, having been with us for 15 years.  She has worked in a number of different accounts and finance roles for around 25 years, bringing valuable experience to the accounts team.

Simon Bond

Group Marketing Director

Simon Bond - Group Marketing Director

Simon Bond

Group Marketing Director

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With an extensive marketing background in office furniture and products for commercial interiors, Simon joins us to use his experience in promoting and developing the Waverley Group brands.

Wes Clements

Business Development Manager

Wes Clements - Business Development Manager - Waverley

Wes Clements

Business Development Manager

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Wes is responsible for London fit-out projects.  He joined us in 2019, having worked in the industry for 14 years previously, bringing with him valuable experience and knowledge of the commercial fit-out market.

Our Story

2022

Waverley doubles production capacity for blinds and curtain track systems by relocating to larger premises in Luton, in response to increasing demand for interior shading in the commercial sector.

2022

Waverley acquires SioSystems, leading UK manufacturer of the Sio range of architectural glazed partitioning systems. The SioSystems portfolio compliments our own perfectly, allowing us to offer customers more variety than ever before.

2022

Waverley takes the decision to develop the Waverley Exteriors brand. This enables expansion of our product range and improves clarity around our product offering.

2021

The canopy division relocates to a new unit in Farnborough. This facility gives more space for manufacture, assembly and storage, enabling us to supply canopies on short lead times: a great move forward!

2019

Waverley's 40th anniversary year! We concentrate our focus on London and the Home Counties with our Northern sales rep relocating to Surrey. John James becomes responsible for the canopy side of the business.

2018

Waverley's manufacturing facility is moved to a separate unit in Luton with more space and improved equipment, strengthening our position as manufacturers of the ShadeTech brand, and ensuring good lead times. Waverley becomes the UK’s distributor for the Draper brand from the USA, manufacturing in the UK under licence.

2017

The company continues to grow both in terms of sales and staff. As the flow of enquiries from the Midlands and North increases, Waverley increases their reach with the appointment of sales staff in Cheshire. A dedicated team to service the high-end residential market is added as our knowledge of motorised blinds is sought after in the residential AV and home automation sector.

2016

Waverley secures the window blinds package for the prestigious Centre Point project in London, cementing our position at the forefront of the industry in the capital.

We have a complete refurb and refit of the offices at Farnham, encouraging greater communication and collaboration between teams, and with staff working all together on one floor.

2014

A large investment in product literature, samples and a website positions the ShadeTech brand as one of the better known solar shading brands in the commercial and education sector.

Waverley creates a RIBA approved CPD presentation to help specifiers discover the important role that correctly specified window blinds play in creating environments that benefit the occupant and the environment.

2013

Waverley adds external canopies to its product portfolio after requests from its customers in the education sector. The WeatherSpan brand is born.

2008

Waverley continues to grow through the recession thanks to a loyal customer base. Continued interest from architects and specifiers leads Waverley to realign its product portfolio and the ShadeTech brand is first specified on projects.

2005

A decision is made to buy recently vacated premises across the street from Waverley's premises in Farnham. Rowan House is approximately 8 times bigger than the existing accommodation and allows the manufacturing operation some much-needed room to expand.

2002

Waverley moves to new, larger premises in Farnham, Surrey. To improve lead times and give more flexibility, we invest in our first roller blind production equipment which is quickly followed by vertical blind production. Waverley is now a manufacturer, giving our growing sales and project management team greater control over the entire process.

2000

The company is bought by the current owners. Passionate about customer service, we make the bold decision to focus solely on the commercial and education sectors. This enables staff to provide better service levels, which are immediately rewarded by a dramatic increase in sales to main contractors and schools.

1994

The founding owner passes ownership on to his brother and the business continues its slow but steady growth. Waverley becomes the supplier and installer of curtain tracks for the John Lewis Partnership. Sales to the commercial sector and schools begin to flourish.

1988

Waverley moves to the ‘Old Fire Station’ in Witley, near Godalming, to give the company room to grow. The small workshop area provides enough space for curtain and cubicle track bending equipment and Waverley becomes a market leader in Silent Gliss cubicle track fabrication and installation.

1979

Like many businesses, Waverley had humble beginnings. The year was 1979, the location was a garage attached to a house in Godalming, Surrey, in the council borough of Waverley (hence the name). A simple, buy-sell operation including installation is started, serving domestic and commercial clients in the local area.

Core Values

Building Trust

We are a friendly, knowledgeable and experienced team who you can rely on to honour our commitments and keep our promises, building trust and long-lasting partnerships.

Pushing Boundaries

We create inventive solutions, pushing boundaries to maximise the impact our products make to your environment, and to ensure our own processes and people are continually developed to deliver customer service excellence.

Taking Responsibility

Taking responsibility for everything we do is core to our principles – for our work, our people and the environment – empowering our teams to resolve any issues.

Pursuing Perfection

We try hard to get everything right first time, always pursuing perfection, and our attention to details earns our exemplary reputation.

Accreditations

Waverley has many accreditations, all of which help us to become a leader in the industry. You can rest assured we have the qualifications needed to help make your project a success.

We have ISO certification for both our head office at Farnham and also our manufacturing facility at Luton.  Therefore in each download below for ISO you will find certificates for both locations.

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Services

Consultation

We work hard to understand your needs completely giving you and us the reassurance that our recommendation will be the best possible solution.

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Survey

As all products are bespoke and made to measure, the survey is an important part of the service we offer, ensuring any challenges are identified early on.

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Manufacture

We have a state of the art manufacturing facility which allows us to be flexible on lead times and rigid on quality control.

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Project Management

Every project is looked after by a dedicated project manager. All of our project managers have been in the industry for over 15 years and have the experience and competence to look after your project from start to finish.

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Installation

Our installation teams are hardworking and passionate about ensuring your project is finished on time and snag-free. All are trained in Health & Safety and are CRB checked.

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Maintenance & Support

We offer operative training and always on hand to make sure our products perform at their best for you.

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News & Insights

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What are the best blinds and curtains for heat retention in commercial buildings?

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The environmental benefits of external solar shading systems

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Our External Shading Systems CPD is RIBA-approved

Following the launch of our new external blind product range earlier this month, we’re incredibly proud to introduce our RIBA-approved CPD, ‘External Shading Systems.’ Presented by our Specifica

Testimonials

Dean Walker

Goldman Sachs

I wanted to say a massive thank you to your team for their efforts over the weekend. They worked tirelessly over the 3-day weekend to ensure the blinds were operational for the first morning back, so please pass on mine and the clients appreciation!

Ann-Marie

Evoke Projects LTD

We wanted to say thanks to all the team at Waverley for their help on this project - Callum, as well as the rest of the team: Oscar, Reece, Debs, David & Mandy. We would recommend your services. It's been a pleasure working with you all.

Virtus Contracts

Professional team, great, reliable and on time. The work's been done to top quality by a friendly team!

Overbury Major Projects

Cognizant - 280 Bishopsgate - 2022

First time using Waverley and extremely impressed, very easy to work with and no issues to report, they just got the job done! At a senior level Lloyd Palmer & Wes Clements were great and its clear they're all very passionate about delivering quality and providing an outstanding service, well recommended.

Andy Evans

IOR Group - 2022

Perfect. Great service from Lloyd Palmer from start to finish.

Tom Allen

Project Managing Director, ALCO Property Development Ltd - 2022

Always top service from Waverley.

Maintenance Supervisor

Merchant Taylors' School - 2021

We are very pleased with the new curtains supplied and installed by Waverley in the Recital Hall at Merchant Taylors’.
Waverley provided great service, from initial survey, consultation and quotation through to installation; the delivered quality curtains met with our requirements.
We would recommend Waverley as a good, reliable supplier to the education sector.

General Manager

Signature Aviation at Gatwick Airport - 2021

I would like to compliment your guys who worked really quickly last week. They were tidy, courteous and wore their masks at all times. Please pass on our thanks. Also the blinds look fabulous and we have already had many compliments.

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