Alfred Brown
Founded in 1915, Alfred Brown (Worsted Mills) Ltd has spent the last century perfecting the bulk production of worsted cloth of outstanding quality and consistency.
Dormeuil Group
A French family business since 1842, creating the highest quality of fabrics by sourcing the finest raw materials.
Frazer Hall Input
Frazer Hall was mandated to find a buyer to acquire Alfred Brown (Worsted Mills) Ltd and to advise on the subsequent sale process. We acted as lead advisers and sold the company to Dormeuil S.A.S. The two companies share a philosophy of quality and passion for textiles.
LinkedIn Quote from Victor Dormeuil
“We are pleased and excited to announce that Dormeuil has acquired 100% of Alfred Brown Ltd, a historic family-owned fabric mill in the UK. Founded in 1915 in Yorkshire, Alfred Brown is a brand with its own weaving factory producing authentic Made-in-UK fabrics sold worldwide.
Our two companies and families share the same values of heritage, quality, and passion for textiles. This acquisition is a natural step for Dormeuil, reinforcing our deep commitment to British textile manufacturing.
Our ambition is clear:
- Preserve and celebrate Alfred Brown’s heritage and values.
- Bring Dormeuil’s expertise and international reach to develop the Alfred Brown brand worldwide.
- Strengthen our long-term commitment to Made-in-UK textile manufacturing, with Dormeuil and Alfred Brown together positioning us among the largest UK fabric producers.
Dormeuil’s collections will continue to be crafted in their dedicated mills, while Alfred Brown will remain true to its own heritage and expertise. Our focus is on building the Alfred Brown brand, helping it reach new heights while staying true to its origins.
We are excited about the opportunities ahead and the collaboration between our teams. Welcome to the Dormeuil family, Alfred Brown”