Our Heritage | Campbell's of Beauly

Our Heritage

Nestled in the Highland village of Beauly, Campbell’s has been a country tailor and outfitter since 1858. For over 160 years, the shop has stood proudly on the village square—its original timber counters, brass rails and fittings still in daily use. Stepping inside is to step into history, but the offering is anything but frozen in time.

Ownership has changed hands only a few times, each generation of proprietors entrusted with preserving the character of the shop while gently guiding it forward. Today, under family ownership, Campbell’s continues to champion craftsmanship and quiet elegance, with a modern understanding of quality and style.

From outfitting Highland estates to earning Royal Warrants, our legacy is woven into the fabric of Scottish country life. Below, explore the milestones that have shaped Campbell’s of Beauly—from our founding in the nineteenth century to the present day.

Mr & Mrs R.W. Hepburn establish Campbell’s of Beauly—originally known as the Highland Tweed House—laying the foundations for over 160 years of tailoring tradition.

A glimpse of Beauly village circa 1900, with the Highland Tweed House standing proudly at the head of the square.

Mr R.W. Hepburn (back right) pictured alongside fellow shopkeepers of Beauly, a testament to his role in the village’s commercial life.

Miss Margaret Hepburn, daughter of the founders, marries James Campbell. This image was captured in the garden of the Tweed House, marking the beginning of the Campbell family’s stewardship.

James Campbell takes over the business, renaming it Campbell & Co., and beginning a new chapter of Highland tailoring.

In 1924, the Prince of Wales places his first order with Campbell’s: a plus-four suit in a Sutherland homespun check, chosen personally while staying at Beaufort Castle with Lord Lovat. He later wore it while playing golf at Nairn—“the plus-fours were in the baggy style the Prince had made fashionable.”

Fourth-generation siblings—Catriona, James, and Miriam (pictured left to right)—join their parents, Mr and Mrs Richard ‘Bobby’ Campbell (centre), in the family business.

HRH The Duke of Windsor, formerly the Prince of Wales, awards Campbell & Co. his Royal Warrant.

Mr Neil Owen joins Campbell & Co. as a tailor. He later becomes Head Tailor and remains in post until his retirement in 1986.

Mr Tom Owen begins working at Campbell & Co., joining his father Neil. He would go on to serve as Head Tailor for many years, retiring in March 2019 after nearly five decades of service.

Her Majesty The Queen Mother grants Campbell & Co. a Royal Warrant, recognising the firm’s commitment to craftsmanship and tradition.

Campbell & Co. continues to hold the Royal Warrant of Her Majesty The Queen Mother, a lasting testament to the firm’s trusted reputation.

After more than a century in the Campbell family, siblings Miriam, James, and Catriona retire—marking the end of an extraordinary four-generation legacy.

John and Nicola Sugden take on the stewardship of the business, continuing its values and vision with great care.

Campbell’s is awarded a Royal Warrant to Her Majesty The Queen, reaffirming its status as a trusted outfitter.

HRH The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay, formally opens the new Tailoring Workshop at Campbell’s of Beauly.

Campbell’s is awarded a Royal Warrant to His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales.

Side-by-side black-and-white portraits of an elderly woman with light hair styled up and an elderly man with a beard and receding hairline, both in formal attire, against plain backgrounds.

Black-and-white photo of a lively town square with people, cows, and horse-drawn carts. Rows of stone houses line both sides of the street. The scene appears to be from the 19th or early 20th century.

A black and white vintage photo of nine men and one boy, all wearing hats and suits. The men sit and stand in two rows, some holding canes, in front of a painted backdrop. The boy sits on the floor in front.

A large group of men, women, and children in formal Victorian-era clothing from Campbells of Beauly pose for a black-and-white outdoor group portrait, likely at a wedding, with greenery and a brick wall in the background.

Black and white portrait of an older man with short hair and a mustache, wearing a suit, tie, and vest, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.

An elderly man with light skin, white hair, and glasses smiles gently. He is wearing a collared shirt and a dark jacket. The photo is black and white and has a close-up focus on his face.

Five people posing together in front of a white brick wall, with two women and one man standing behind an older man and woman who are seated. Some flowers are in the foreground.

A typed list from the London Gazette, dated January 1, 1965, shows businesses with royal warrants from the Duke of Windsor when Prince of Wales, arranged by company name, address, and trade type, with some names underlined in red.

An elderly man in glasses and a suit examines large sheets of paper on a desk from Campbells of Beauly, appearing focused and intent on his work in a dimly lit room.

An older man in a dress shirt and tie carefully marks fabric with chalk on a worktable in a tailor’s workshop, surrounded by hanging garments and shelves of folded cloth.

A printed list of companies with Royal Warrants for Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, showing names, descriptions, and addresses of businesses such as chocolatiers, biscuit makers, and grocers in the UK.

A table listing companies and individuals, such as Campbells of Beauly, granted Royal Warrants of Appointment to Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, published in the London Gazette on 31 December 1990. Some entries are highlighted in red.

Three people stand in front of a storefront with large windows and the sign CAMPBELL & CO above the entrance. The shop windows display clothing inside. The image is in black and white.

A cozy study corner with a wooden desk, vintage chair, books, lamp, bird sculpture, and framed art and crests covering cream-colored walls. A mounted fish is displayed above the desk. Light filters through from the right.

A smiling man in a plaid kilt unveils a plaque in a fabric shop, while a man and woman beside him clap and smile. Rolls of patterned fabric are stacked on shelves in the background.

A royal crest above the words: By appointment to His Majesty the King tailors and tweed mercers Campbells of Beauly Ltd on a black background.

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A man with wavy hair stands barefoot on a sailboat, wearing beige pants, a white shirt, and a light blue Campbells of Beauly vest, with one hand resting on a sail and a scenic, blurred background of rocks and greenery.

Men

A young woman with long red hair and glasses sits on stone steps outside a blue door, wearing a patterned vest, checked blouse with a bow, and brown pants. Two baskets with purple flowers are beside her.

Women

Young child with curly blonde hair wearing a light blue Campbell’s of Beauly sweater with a red and white patterned yoke, standing outdoors on a path with autumnal fern leaves in the background.

Kids

Close-up of the Tarradale Lambswool Throw by Campbells of Beauly, featuring soft beige and light brown stripes with fringed edges, highlighting its detailed texture and fine British craftsmanship.

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Nicola and John continue to preserve Campbell’s proud heritage while guiding the brand confidently into its next chapter—introducing new collections, inspired by over 165 years of craftsmanship and country style.

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