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Working lives: Shoe-making futures

Shoemaking in Northamptonshire has a proud heritage that inspires each new generation of makers, designers and traders. As a global centre for footwear, the county has a wealth of skilled people to continue that long history.

  • 40 years working for Airwear Dr. Martens

    40 years working for Airwear Dr. Martens

  • A new generation of tanners at the University of Northampton

    A new generation of tanners at the University of Northampton

  • Chris Barnard: training the next generation of tanners at Northampton University

    Chris Barnard: training the next generation of tanners at Northampton University

  • Dr. Martens new apprentices

    Dr. Martens new apprentices

  • Inspired by a rich shoemaking heritage

    Inspired by a rich shoemaking heritage

  • Studying leather at Northampton

    Studying leather at Northampton

    • Working lives

      • Shoe-making futures Shoe-making futures
        • 40 years working for Airwear Dr. Martens
          40 years working for Airwear Dr. Martens
        • A new generation of tanners at the University of Northampton
          A new generation of tanners at the University of Northampton
        • Chris Barnard: training the next generation of tanners at Northampton University
          Chris Barnard: training the next generation of tanners at Northampton University
        • Dr. Martens new apprentices
          Dr. Martens new apprentices
        • Inspired by a rich shoemaking heritage
          Inspired by a rich shoemaking heritage
        • Studying leather at Northampton
          Studying leather at Northampton
      • Featured videos Featured videos
      • A global footprint A global footprint
      • Resilience and reinvention Resilience and reinvention
      • Shoe families Shoe families
      • Tricks of the trade Tricks of the trade
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