Alan is a violin maker and teacher, offering a range of services including: violin lessons, repair and restoration, violin sales – old and new (handmade) alongside individually commissioned instruments.

Perhaps you are looking for private violin tuition or maybe an Irish / Scottish fiddle workshop in a relaxed friendly environment.

You may be planning a visit to the Lake District or already live locally - we are based at Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria. Why not give us a call, we would be delighted to discuss your requirements and let you try some of our instruments.

Violin Tuition & Workshops in Cumbria


Tuition is offered on a one to one or small group basis.

Learning in a relaxed environment for people of all ages in the classical or traditional style

Repairs & Restoration of Violins - Luthier in Cumbria


I offer a full repair and restoration service including set-up and tonal adjustments. Being a player I am very conscious of the need to have an instrument back in playing order as soon as possible.

Violin Maker - Commissions - Custom built


I am always delighted to be able to discuss the possibility of undertaking commission work and look forward to exploring individual needs and tastes.

Violin Sales in Cumbria


A good selection of new and older / second hand instruments is usually available and clients are welcome to try these at leisure, taking as long as is necessary and fully without commitment.