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The History Bunker Ltd

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263a Whitehall Road
Lower Wortley
Leeds
Yorkshire
LS12 6ER

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Member since : 15 Oct 2010
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About The History Bunker Ltd


The History Bunker Ltd is a leading historical draper and provides WW2 and WW1 reproduction uniforms to theatre, TV and film companies to individual clients throughout the World. We have dressed people as wide ranging as Benedict Cumberbatch (Parades End), Jedward (Jedwards Big Adventure), John Sergeant (The One Show) and comedians Armstrong and Miller. The History Bunker Ltd have provided services to the BBC, Channel Four, Paramount pictures, Canadian National Opera, Madame Tussauds (Berlin), The National Opera of Norway, Pinewood Studios, The Royal Armouries and The Imperial War museum to name but a few. The company, which is located in Lower Wortley (Leeds), was formed in 2006 and has 7 years of experience in the historical drapery business. The History Bunker can also provide a tailor made service, so should a standard stock sizes not be adequate the tailors can make a complete uniform from scratch to the customers specifications.

The History Bunker Ltd provides reproduction British, German, U. S, Soviet and Japanese uniforms from World War Two, World War one and the British Imperial period. They provide Ladies and Gents uniforms that are, in the main, made using the patterns and methods employed by the original tailors and therefore the end product is an almost exact reproduction of the original. The products feature in the main, the correct materials, stitch type, internal stampins, insignia and other accoutrements, making them perfect for the individual collector and film, theatre, TV and AmDram work, and they are available online e or at the Leeds showroom.

With worldwide team of staff numbering 10 enthusiastic trades people, including 2 full time seamstresses on hand at out Leeds office The History Bunker Ltd has people in place able to produce historically accurate uniforms and accoutrements. The business is headed by Mark Platts B. A (Hons) History.

We now offer a clothing alteration service for both film, theatre, tv and the individual. This service is based in Leeds and is called Leeds Clothing Alteration service. We will not only alter "historical" clothing but also everyday clothing such as dresses, jeans, trousers, tops etc. So if you need a clothing alteration service in Leeds then please contact us.

The History Bunker Ltd has a growing network of clients, located in the UK and throughout the World, including The BBC, The Imperial War Museum, Paramount Pictures, Madame Tussauds, The Tower of London, The Royal Armouries, The New London Theatre Drury Lane and Channel Four.
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88 FreeIndex Reviews - Ranked 1st out of 3 UK Theatre Costumes Designers

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Phil Titmuss
Liverpool
After waiting a while I have just received my ww2 leather jacket, excellent quality and fit.
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Grays
Mark was extremely accommodating in the correspondence and delivery/collection procedure from the first enquiry. 5 x German WW2 uniforms arrived in great condition, well packaged and presented, and with all accessories intact. Great company, great service, great quality stock. Thoroughly recommend.
Nicholas Pearson
St. Albans
This site and company have a fantastic range and great quality clothing and accessories. Above this, their customer service is fantastic. Even just before Christmas they did all they could to ensure our orders arrived on time and they kept us informed all the way. Even if you find cheaper elsewhere (which you may not for the same quality) I'd recommend you buy from these guys as you know you'll get excellent quality and service.
Bob Baker
Cambridge
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I have just received my second jacket from The History Bunker (in this case a Victorian era rifles mess jacket). Once again, Mark worked with me to design the jacket to my specifications and the results are absolutely stunning; the cuff and collar braid is particularly impressive. As far as British Victorian uniforms are concerned. I do not believe that you can get better for the money. NB The lighting in the photograph makes the green appear much brighter than it actually is.
Ian Sharrock
Chorley
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I ordered tunic and trousers from the History Bunker back in January, just as the lockdown in China hit. It's taken a while to get the full uniform but the correspondence from Mark was first rate, keeping me up to date with the order. The quality of the uniform is excellent with superb attention to detail. Highly recommended!
Mark Sharples
Oldham
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I ordered a WW1 officers uniform during the lock down period, it arrived before I expected and the quality is very authentic. In terms of value well I walk round the house wearing the uniform with a big smile on my face, so I would say worth every penny. Thank you to mark and the team at history bunker.
Trevor Barnwell
Harlow
A lovely vintage fire brigade tunic for use when displaying our 1964 turntable ladder fire engine. Totally authentic, excellent quality and good value for money. Thanks Mark, a great job, well pleased.
John Harris
Chatham
Really good quality for the price I sent some photos of the 1902 home service tunic and it was made spot on with the collar/cuffs colour and trim.
Stuart James
Poole
Costume just arrived and have to say, really Excellent Work. Will be wearing it at a costume day at Hightclere Castle ( Downton Abbey ) this weekend. Sure they will be impressed.
Leah Bell
Bedlington
Sorting out costumes for The Cinder Path with a large section of them being WW1 was very daunting, however, Mark at The History Bunker sorted everything out for me with correct details, delivered on time. Excellent service and excellent product. Leah Bell (Entertainment Unlimited).
Shaun Kelly
Durham
I found the advice and service offered excellent. I had never hired any form of costume before and found the ww2 soldiers uniform to be extremely authentic. I hired it for Pickering war weekend and blended in nicely. Thank you very much history bunker!
Neil Smith
Lewes
Good quality and exceptional service. All queries answered quickly. Highly recommended.
Richard M
None
This is my first time order the production from the History Bunker Ltd. The price is satisfactory. The service is bettern than my expected and the quality is excellent. Thanks. I am continue to order more stuff.
Andrew Lound
Birmingham
As a performer of dramatic presentations I am always on the look out for a good supplier of costume and materiel. The History Bunker was recommended to me and on seeing a leather great coat I was keen to see if it was of the quality needed for my work. One enquiry was responded to immediately, and I duly ordered one. It is of such quality that the authenticity will enhance my performance and image during several presentations. Wonderful friendly service.
Response : Andrew, thanks for the kind review with regards The History Bunker, it is very much appreciated.
Uk2020
Rotherham
Loaning of various WW2 themed items to supplement class topic. They were fantastic and the children which I teach thoroughly enjoyed using them to help bring the war and uniforms which solider wore to life. Efficient and excellent service and would HIGHLY recommend. Defiantly would re-use the company. Thanks for all your help!
Response : Hi, thanks for endorsing the reliability of the History Bunker, its very much appreciated.
Alexander Burnett
Braintree
I ordered the WW2 Italian Grigio Verde M40 tunic, M40 trousers and bustina and was stunned by the detail and excellent quality of it. As well as excellent service offered by The History Bunker. Until recently if I wanted to find anything uniform related it would mean a trip to one of my neighboring city's to "Maybe" find what I was looking for, but now as far as uniforms are concerned I feel this is no longer necessary as the assurance of quality and and flexibility to uniform size makes the History Bunker my new first choice. My only criticism would be a lack of larger uniforms in the size selection on the site, this is to some degree remedied by the "tailor made" option though it is not clear that this is normally available for the same price as the other uniforms which may put off some people who imagine the price of getting something tailor made to be rather expensive. I say "normally" as a small disclaimer as I have only so far ordered only one thing tailor made and do not know if other items may cost more, of coarse this is no criticism of service its just that it could be made clearer what the service is without needing to phone or email in to confirm. I give a full star rating in all category's despite the clarity of problems of the site due to the fact that the service one you talk to some one at the History Bunker is outstanding, though I would recommend email over calling in as I have had excellent responsiveness by email but seem to have a hard time reaching anyone by phone since the first time I called in.
Response : Alex, thanks for the positive review, I will take your comments and suggestions on board. Mark.
Alex Bane
Yatton
'Simply the best! '. History Bunker are THE place to find any uniform big or small, my only. Concern with writing this recommendation is that I've just let the cat out. Of the bag and may not get a hire in here myself for next years good wood! Mark please reserve me one of your stunning detail correct uniforms for. Next year - thanks. Hell - I even got wolf whistle off the Glamcab girls :). Many thanks. Al Bane. Bristol.
Response : Al, thanks for the review of The History Bunker, much appreciated.
Martin Purdie
Tranent
I looked every where for this tunic, I asked if it could be made and the History Bunker provided me with what I need. Happy to order a good copy of my grate- grate - grandfather's WW 1 tunic. Just in time for the 100th anniversary.
Douglas John Sadle...
Ponteland
Full marks for my WWI officer's tunic, first class kit, excellent service.
Moira Reidy-Kane
Broxburn
I ordered a WW II smock for my husband, who is a history buff. I had to contact Mark several times during the purchase and found him very helpful each time. The smock arrived today and my husband is delighted with it. It is excellent quality and is true to size. I wouldn't hesitate to buy from The History Bunker again.
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