Stead Suede

The highest quality suede leathers available.

Charles F. Stead, a family-run tannery based in Leeds, has a long history of producing premium suede and leather. Founded in the 1890s, it was part of a thriving industry that saw hundreds of tanneries operating in the UK. Today, few remain, but Charles F. Stead continues to maintain its reputation for quality. The tannery combines traditional and modern techniques to achieve its high standards, characteristic rich deep colours and tight nap.