We had a great time last night at the Derbyshire Live Business Awards and we were so pleased to be a finalist for the Excellence in Manufacturing category. The TDP team has worked so incredibly hard this year! And a massive thank you from Kym Barlow, our Commercial Director, to the extremely talented Haarlem… Read More?
Author Archives: Rob Barlow
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Sep
Sep
When Wirksworth Rotary Club asked if they could visit TDP to see how we made our furniture, we were only too pleased to say yes. Rob & Kym led a tour of the factory and explained how the recycled plastic furniture was made. Why it is essential to the environment that plastic waste is effectively… Read More?
29
May
May
We are proud to be helping the British attempt to regain the water speed record. Held since 1978 by Ken Warby & Spirit of Australia, the new British team with David Aldred and pilot Lt. David-John Gibbs RN aim to bring this record home. David Aldred said “We are running a project to attempt the… Read More?
We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to join our production team in Wirksworth (Derbyshire). This role will involve training both on and off the job, and will help you to achieve a Level 2 (GCSE) Furniture Manufacturer qualification. If you are interested in the role please apply via this link https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-601138 (please note… Read More?
Getting a kick out of repurposing old stuff, whether you’ve turned old shirts into cleaning cloths, or an empty bottle into a vase or light, the feeling is the same when taking over 3,200 plus tonnes of plastic waste so far and turning it into outdoor furniture. Our top five impacts of our recycling are:… Read More?
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Apr
Apr
TDP is proud to sponsor this local group with a big heart. We have paid for a full years pitch fee for a second caravan in the Peak district. Based in Wirksworth the HM Armed Forces Veterans Caravan Group provides invaluable social and practical support to members, especially those suffering with mental health issues following… Read More?
There has been a large rise in interest in gardening since lockdown began. With many people staying at home they have been looking at ways to occupy their time and with the weather being so favourable, many have been spending a lot of time in any outside space they have. Many organisations are reporting the… Read More?
07
May
May
We are very excited to announce the launch of a brand new feature where you can design your own furniture by choosing the colour of each slat. The new feature gives you a 3D virtual image and you can zoom in to see the details. Once you have decided on your colour choice you can… Read More?
07
Apr
Apr
At TDP our team are very passionate about our products. Sometimes you can find one of our team crawling about looking at benches and picnic tables in public spaces. I’m not sure if there is a medical name for this! We quite often see our furniture all over the country, and it is always tempting… Read More?