ABOUT

About Stuart Canvas

Specialists in Custom & Bespoke Covers for Every Industry

With over 50 years of expertise in manufacturing made-to-measure covers from a wide range of materials, Stuart Canvas Group is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of bespoke coverings. We design, manufacture, and install covers for industries including industrial manufacturing, haulage & logistics, sports grounds, schools, military applications, and residential use.

Our History & Expertise

Established in 1971, Stuart Canvas has grown from a small canvas workshop to a multi-site manufacturing leader with over 100,000 sq ft of purpose-built production facilities across the North West and North East of England. Our continued investment in cutting-edge machinery, advanced technology, and skilled craftsmanship ensures we remain at the forefront of the cover manufacturing industry.

Bespoke Cover Solutions for Every Need

Whether you need heavy-duty industrial tarpaulins, custom sports ground covers, bespoke haulage trailer covers, protective military equipment covers, or durable home and garden covers, our team can create the perfect solution.
We specialise in:

• Industrial covers – for machinery, storage, manufacturing, and construction

• Haulage covers & tarpaulins – for lorries, trailers, and goods protection

• Sports covers – including cricket pitch covers, tennis court covers, and stadium protection

• Military-grade covers – robust designs for demanding environments

• Bespoke home covers – from garden furniture to swimming pool protection

Every product is custom-made to your exact requirements using high-quality materials designed for durability, weather resistance, and long-term performance.

Advanced Manufacturing Facilities

Our manufacturing process combines traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art equipment including industrial sewing machines, computer-controlled cutting tables, high-frequency welding machines, digital print rooms, and CAD design capabilities. We also offer professional on-site installation services, ensuring your cover is perfectly fitted and fully functional.

A Family of Trusted Brands

The Stuart Canvas Group includes Mudfords, JMS Cricket, and A&J Bennett brands with decades of experience in their specialist fields. Together, we offer an even wider range of products, from industrial lifting slings to professional cricket equipment, all with the same high-quality standards that define Stuart Canvas.

Nationwide Service & Global Reach

We proudly work with blue-chip companies across the UK and export our covers to over 30 countries worldwide. No project is too big or too small whether you need a single custom tarpaulin or a full stadium cover system, we can deliver.