Two former rugby union stars have bought their first business premises.
Bromwich Hardy has helped Waller & Wood Woodworks acquire its first commercial premises for the manufacture and sale of their unique wooden furniture.
Tom Wood and Alex Waller, who both previously played for Northampton Saints, set up Waller & Wood Woodworks while they were both still playing.
Back row specialist Tom Wood won 50 caps for England and played for Worcester Warriors and Northampton Saints, retiring in June 2022. His colleague Alex Waller, a prop, retired in March 2024, having made a club record of 370 appearances across 15 years and also captaining the side.
Tom Wood, who is also a qualified tree surgeon, explained: “What started out as hobby to complement our day jobs in professional sport and fulfil a desire to work with our hands, has grown into a business that is thriving.”
Now the company has paid £383,500 for the 3,820 sq ft freehold unit at 97 St James Mill Road, Northampton, in order to cater for the continuing growth of the company.
Waller & Wood Woodworks produces a variety of designer furniture, from bespoke large scale pieces and smaller accessories to commissions from customers seeking something unique.
Tom Bromwich, managing partner of Bromwich Hardy, said: “One of the issues faced by all professional sport people is what they do when they call it a day in their chosen sport.
“Some will gravitate towards coaching but in this case Tom and Alex have literally carved out a new career.
“The pieces they produce are stunning and exclusive. I have no doubt that this is a business that can only continue to grow, and it was a privilege to be able to help them acquire their first commercial premises for Waller & Wood Woodworks.”
Hadland Chartered Surveyors acted for the vendor who was advised by Helen Carville at law firm Max Engel & Co, with James Williams at Moore & Tibbits Solicitors in Warwick acting for Waller & Wood Woodworks.
