Classic Canes announces new ownership and clearance sale 

The British walking stick specialist Classic Canes has announced a forthcoming change of ownership. From June 1 2025, Classic Canes will be owned by its long-term supplier, Gastrock of Germany. 

Classic Canes’ managing director and co-owner Charlotte Gillan said: “My parents [Ben and Diana Porter] and I are delighted to have accepted an offer for Classic Canes from our long-term suppliers and close personal friends, the Gastrock family of Germany. Hans and Elke Gastrock and their children, Peter and Sara, share our commitment to excellence in design and quality and are the perfect people to supply our customers in Great Britain and beyond.”

“Having supplied Classic Canes for many years, we are very pleased to have the opportunity to take on the prestigious Classic Canes name”

Gastrock was established in 1868 and has passed through many generations of the same family. The company manufactures high-quality wooden walking sticks in Germany to this day, and is also an established international wholesaler.  

Managing director Hans Gastrock commented: “Having supplied Classic Canes for many years, we are very pleased to have the opportunity to take on the prestigious Classic Canes name. My family and I have always enjoyed our regular visits to Britain and are great admirers of the British way of life and sense of style, so this is the perfect match for us. We look forward very much to working with the customers of Classic Canes and continuing to supply our walking sticks to the company’s British and other markets.”

Charlotte added: “My parents and I would like to thank all our customers,  suppliers and staff most sincerely for their support over the last 42 years. We have greatly enjoyed running Classic Canes and will treasure our memories of this very unusual and interesting  business.” 

A clearance sale of Classic Canes’ UK-based stock commenced on February 1 with generous discounts available to existing and new customers. Interested buyers should email  info@classiccanes.co.uk for further details.

www.classiccanes.co.uk

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