Bringing the Past into the Future: Our Antique Carding Machine & Sustainability

We tease the horsehair apart using our antique 'carding' machine that would have been used on the streets of France in the 1800's.

Bringing the Past into the Future: Our Antique Carding Machine & Sustainability At Needle Rock, we’re always looking for ways to combine traditional craftsmanship with sustainability – and our antique carding machine plays a big part in that mission. This incredible piece of machinery has been around for generations, originally used to break down raw […]

The Story Behind the Name: Needle Rock

Image of the Needle Rock Workshop and the rolling valley with the Gull's Needle on the left hand side with the Needle Rock Logo.

The Story Behind the Name: Needle Rock Every name has a story, and Needle Rock is no exception. It’s more than just a name – it’s a nod to our love of craftsmanship, a sprinkle of Welsh heritage, and a little tribute to the stunning coastline we call home. Inspired by Llanrhystud’s ‘Gulls Needle’ Ever […]

Caravan Upholstery: Your Home From Home

Caravan Upholstery

At Needle Rock, we believe that you should never have to settle for anything less than the best – especially when you’re on holiday. We cover caravans, static caravans, and motor homes.

Celebrating the King’s Coronation

People across the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth are invited to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort over a weekend of special events on 6–8 May.

Needle Rock celebrates its 10th birthday

Needle Rock celebrates its 10th birthday on 22nd March 2023; and what a journey it has been!!! Here, Ali reminisces over a few of the major events that have taken place over the years…

Fabric made out of plastic bottles

Fabric made from plastic bottles? Why? Because…
Single use plastic bottles have become a big problem for the environment.  Each bottle can take on average up to 450 years to decompose naturally on landfill.

Upholstery Classes at Needle Rock

A tired chair ready for landfill

At Needle Rock we’re enthusiastic about teaching the craft of upholstery as it’s a rewarding and fascinating profession that goes back generations.

Absolutely massive headboard

Massive headboard

Needle Rock loves bespoke commissions, and we are delighted to have been commissioned to create a very large and unique headboard for the Rusty Boathouse glamping pod. This is one of two glamorous glamping pods by the Pantcefn Luxury Glamping Group based in Llanarth, Ceredigion, West Wales.