The heritage of Royal Brierley spans 300 years and 15 generations.

Principally, the company has grown under the guidance of three families - the De Henzels, Honeybornes and latterly, the Silvers.

It was during Joseph Silver's period of control, that the company leased the Moor Lane Glasshouse at Briar Lea Hill. His daughters married William Stevens and Samuel Cox-Williams who took control of the business in 1847. The company became known as the Stevens and Williams Glassworks.

Over the years, the company has attracted the brightest and best of creative artists and craftsmen; their skill and the beauty of the crystal they have created are appreciated throughout the world.

Many of our creations have become quality museum pieces. The trading name Stevens and Williams was used until the1930's when the company became Royal Brierley Crystal to signify its appointment as the Royal British Glassmakers.

Today Royal Brierley is operated by Dartington Crystal (Torrington) Ltd.