Where to get a weathervane

Where to get a weathervane

[Latest update 08/09/14: Locations added along with examples of sources in France and India.

As with most things today there are also many sources from where get a weathervane no matter how simple or complex, large or small, cheap or costly you want it to be.

This part of the blog will grow as more sources are included.

Note: the entry of a source is not intended to be an endorsement of that source unless otherwise indicated,  simply an indication of a source where weathervanes can be obtained.

Sources

Black Country Metal Works

Location: Oswestry, Shropshire, England

Visit this site to see the range of weathervanes in cast iron, hand painted or copper. 

The site says "Here at Black Country Metal Works, we create weathervanes of quality and stature, a majestic addition to anyone's homes, and we have a large range of gorgeous free-standing and wall mounted garden weathervanes available.

Our Copper Weathervanes are simply unrivalled; they are wonderfully 3 dimensional and have great detailing on them...This is quite simply the most splendid home decoration that you will ever buy.  These make great memorable presents too.

Denninger Weathervanes and Finials

Location: Theodosia, Missouri, USA

Alfred H. Denninger, a blacksmith since 1974, and his wife Beth (with the help of their dog Radar) have combined their interest in American history and their skills in wood and metal crafts to create their unique company. Since 1988, the Denningers have been decorating the finest buildings throughout the United States and six continents around the world with their American Folk Art.

Many of the techniques which Al uses in his shop have remained unchanged since the 18th century. His talent lies in his ability to combine these primitive techniques with state-of-the-art technology. 

Dorset Weathervanes

Location: Blandford, Dorset, England

Graham Smith, at Dorset Weathervanes, now offers you the chance to give your property the finishing touch with a handcrafted example of this fascinating craft.

Girouette

Location: Le Coudray-Macouard, France

Restoration of antique weather vanes and creation of new designs in zinc and copper.

[see France Today, 4th March 2010].

The website describes the following:

Girouetterie created and produced his unique pieces ... He could not imagine a more beautiful setting than Anjou, near the gardens of France, one of the historical sites bearer of the finest monuments surrounded by rich nature, famous products premises. Such an environment could not be ignored sensitive to its local artisan heritage and its restoration .. A library of drawings, you can select the theme of your weathervane and the various elements necessary for its development. 

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Lincolnshire Weathervanes

Location: Boston, Lincolnshire, England

Ian Ellis runs a small business from Boston where he lives and manufacture solid steel bespoke weathervanes. Unlike other companies he only make weathervanes.

Master Work Collections 

Location: Dang Baradari Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India

Manufacturer and supplier of copper weathervanes.



Mid Cork Metalworks

Location: Ballymakeera, County Cork, Ireland

Mid Cork Metalworks Limited supply weathervanes to the highest standards.
The tops of their weather vanes are now interchangeable for ease of change of the sail design for special occasions such as Christmas or simply because you want to - they have hundreds of designs to choose from.

 

Simply Weathervanes

Location: Corby, Northamptonshire, England

Simply Weathervanes stock a wide variety of weathervanes for almost any application. From the Mini weathervane and Cottage weathervane ideal for the garden fence post or shed to the Traditional weathervane, Farmhouse weathervane and Manor weathervane perfect for the house, garage or even a stable.  These weathervanes are available in flat black steel, 3D copper and cast 3D aluminium depending on the design and finish required.