The Dovetail Team
"The whole is greater than the sum of its parts" ~ Aristotle
Dovetail is comprised of gifted individuals who will all bring something different to your project.
We are a team that is excellent at providing our customers with everything they need.
We have decades of experience + shedloads of knowledge and talent.
Find out how we can help your with you project by getting in touch. ​
Emma ~ Office Coordinator
At work Emma is our diligent book keeper & office coordinator she has the tidiest desk in the office! Outside the office, her creativity & interest in design shines through with her passion projects from sewing to furniture restoration.
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Ollie ~ Apprentice Cabinetmaker
Ollie is the most recent addition to our team, he is proving to be a talented young craftsman who is enthusiastic and quick to learn.
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Ian ~ Wood Machinist, Cabinet maker
Ian has been with the business since 2003. Ian is a gifted wood machinist and cabinet maker who works with great focus, accuracy and speed.
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Lindsay ~ Designer
Lindsay joined the team after graduating in 2005 with a BA (Hons) degree in Interior Design. Lindsay works with great care and precision across all stages of a project from initial concept through to final installation.
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Gareth ~ Production Manager
Gareth is our workshop manager. He Joined Dovetail straight from School in 2000 as an apprentice cabinetmaker. Gareth has an encouraging nature and a keen eye for detail ensuring our workshop runs smoothly and delivers the highest standard of work.
Ali ~ Cabinet Maker
Ali joined Dovetail in 2018 as a junior cabinet maker, Ali has grown into a loyal, hardworking member of the team who works efficiently across all aspects of the workshop but is particularly talented in our spray shop.
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Marc ~ Cabinet Fitter
Marc joined Dovetail as our 1st apprentice in1989. His eye for detail is astounding. He is a perfectionist and his unique talents are well used as he installs most of our cabinetwork.
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John Kirby ~ Owner Manager
John founded Dovetail in 1988. He has the messiest desk in the office. A wood-machinist & cabinetmaker he studied at the Institute of Wood Science. A talented cook and paraglider pilot, he is a committed Christian and plays an active role in his local church.
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Other key members of staff...
Roland
At work Roland can be found relaxing in his armchair, until he spots a rabbit...
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Fred
Fred is the cutest ray of sunshine always happy to meet anyone who comes through our door.
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Cassie
On her days off Cassie enjoys going to the beach and swimming in the sea!
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