Where it all began – The Hen Shed Rufford

The Goodyear story starts in the late 1970’s when Geoffrey Goodyear a time served joiner by trade decided to start his own business making hand made kitchens. With an obvious need for a workshop a large disused hen shed in the garden was converted into a workshop. Based in the village of Rufford, demand for Mr Goodyear’s hand made kitchens increased and it wasn’t long before a few more sheds appeared.

Business continued increasing into the early 1980’s, so much so that a much larger workshop was required. One was found and bought in the village of Mawdesley only a few miles from Rufford. This larger premises allowed for the contiuned expansion, were more machinery was added along with a few more joiners. Expansion continued throughout the 1980’s & 1990’s with the addition of extensive kitchen, bathroom & furniture showrooms.

In the 2000’s furniture had become such a large part our business that the decision was taken to stop producing and selling kitchens and concentrate on furniture.

A Family Business

A family business through and through. A true independant retailer who’s philosophy has always been; choice, quality, service and value for money. Goodyear Furniture is constantly evolving as trends and tastes in furniture change. Having been joined by Michael Goodyear in 2022, the company is proud to be employing four generations.

Our Showrooms

Here at Goodyear Furniture we have a dedicated Furniture showrooms with a large selection of:

– Leather / Fabric Upholstered Lounge Furniture.
– Dining Furniture.
– Cane Conservatory Furniture.
– Outdoor Furniture.
– Bedroom Furniture (free standing, not fitted)
– Occasional Furniture.
– Mirrors & Pictures.
– Floor & Table Lamps.
– Rugs & Sheep Skins.
– Other Accessories.