Drum making
The making of drums. See the separate entry for percussion instrument making.
This craft uses products derived from animals – please read our ethical sourcing statement.
| Status | Currently viable |
| Historic area of significance | |
| Area currently practised | |
| Origin in the UK |
History
Drum making is having a bit of a resurgence, and are made in the UK by Henry Potter & Co. Drums Ltd. Cambridge Drum Company, Liberty Drums, and the British Drum Company.
Techniques
Local forms
Sub-crafts
Issues affecting the viability of the craft
Support organisations
Craftspeople currently known
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Henry Potter & Co. Drums Ltd, Aldershot, Hampshire. Specialists in the manufacture of timpani, custom-built drums and maces.
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Cambridge Drum Company, Cottenham, Cambridgeshire
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Liberty Drums, Shildon, County Durham
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British Drum Company, Reddish, Stockport
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Tiki Drums, Hove, East Sussex
There are 30+ UK makers listed on the Worldwide Drum Luthier directory
Other information
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