Shires Organ Pipes Ltd

28/04/2026

We have had plenty of gift pipe commissions lately. Here are some photos showing construction and the finished product! Made from 80% tin.

24/04/2026

An order came in for us to make our in house Nightingale. We thought it best to make a few more!
Made by Terry Doyle to his usual fabulous standard.

13/04/2026

We are very sad to announce the passing of one of our team, John ( Johnny) Warr.
He died on the 3rd of March after a short illness.
A great friend and workmate, we will miss him terribly.
Here is a link to his obituary.

John (Johnny) Warr, the most cherished member of the Shires team, died on February 3, 2026 after a short illness and was laid to rest in March. He was 87.All who knew John knew him to be honest, loyal and straight-talking man. When he talked, people listened as he always had something interesting to...

02/04/2026

We have finished making two new reeds today. C***o di Bassetto 16 and Clarion 4.
C***o has zinc resonators in the bass octave, the remainder is all spotted metal.

26/03/2026

George has been busy casting tin toe tips today. We have various sizes that we use for feet and boots.
Well done George!👏

26/03/2026

We have finished the front pipes for Jennings Organs and Harpsichords project for St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. Made from 80% tin.

09/03/2026

Work has begun for Jennings Organs and Harpsichords on his new project for St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. Also pictured are pipes for a hire organ that Robin is building.

15/02/2026

We were asked to clean these spotted metal Open Diapason pipes and replace the old tuning slides.
Very pleased with the result and so was our customer!

16/01/2026

Very busy start to the new year!
A few zinc basses and a couple of string stops finished.
Ready for a final polish and a coat of lacquer!

23/12/2025

On our last day of 2025 we give you two unusual gift pipes!
Wishing all of our followers and colleagues a Happy Christmas. 🎄
Chris and team

21/12/2025

We have finished the display pipes for William Drake Limited, Specialist Organ Builders new project for Bedford School. Here are some photos showing the process of making the pipes.

All pipes are 80% tin.