Castings Designed for Form and Function
Engineered for Public and Private Environments:
Our architectural castings are found on:- Heritage buildings.
- Public infrastructure.
- Commercial developments.
- Parks and streetscapes.
- Marine-fronted walkways.
Architectural Castings
Fowler & Holden produces UK-manufactured architectural castings that balance heritage design with modern performance. Durable, EN-compliant, and ready for structural or decorative use.
Architectural Castings That Endure Design and Time
We’ve been manufacturing iron castings in Grimsby for over 100 years and deliver across the UK.
Whether you’re restoring a heritage landmark or adding cast features to a modern development, Fowler & Holden provides the expertise, materials, and tooling to bring your vision to life – with engineering-grade reliability. Typical Applications & Component Types
| Component Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Decorative Bollards | Impact-resistant, with smooth surface finishes. |
| Drainage Grates | EN1433-compliant, load-bearing & anti-slip. |
| Railings & Balustrades | Heritage profiles or modern styles. |
| Architectural Panels | Bespoke cast iron or aluminium facades. |
| Post Caps & Finials | High-detail, repeatable cast shapes. |
| Lighting Columns & Bases | Cast to match original features or bespoke design. |
We offer short-run, batch, and repeat production – with pattern storage for future repeatability.
Built-In Material Expertise
Choosing the right material is essential. We’ll guide you through your options:
| Material | Best For | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Grey Iron | Decorative elements | Smooth surface finish, cost-effective |
| SG Iron | Structural features | High strength, impact resistance |
| Ni-Resist Alloys | Marine or coastal locations | Corrosion-resistant, long lifespan |
| Aluminium Castings | Lightweight projects | Malleable, excellent finish quality |
Need advice?
Our Engineers will review your drawings before tooling begins.Tooling, Finishing & Repeat Orders
We manage the full casting process on-site:
- CAD and 3D pattern creation.
- Casting using Alpha-set moulds.
- Finishing, painting, machining.
- Packaging and nationwide delivery.
For repeat projects, we retain patterns in-house – reducing lead times and cost for future batches.
Why Architects and Contractors Choose Fowler & Holden
- UK-manufactured architectural castings.
- In-house design, pattern, and finishing.
- Castings to EN, ISO, and BS standards.
- Rapid quoting and flexible batching.
- Patterns stored for future use.
- Engineer-led advice on all enquiries.
We’re as comfortable with one-off heritage reproductions as we are with high-volume bollard orders for urban developers.
Real World Architectural Castings
1. Merchant Square Development Paddington London
Supplied patterns and castings for ornate cast iron decorative features, seating and railing for a unique 28m cast iron amphitheatre centre piece in the heart of Londons Paddington Basin.
2. Whitby Distillery Walkway
Supplied bespoke large cast iron walkway name plates in the grounds of the historic Whitby Abbey.
3. Westminster Bridge London
Supplied new panels and posts. Patterns recreated from damaged originals.
FAQs
Bollards, drain covers, panels, railings, balustrades, finials and more. Custom projects welcome.
Yes – we offer reverse engineering and can digitise existing components for reproduction.
Absolutely. Our products meet EN1561, EN1563 and EN1433 depending on application.
We offer primed, galvanised, powder-coated, and bare metal finishes depending on requirements.
6–8 weeks depending on size, tooling, and finish. Urgent jobs accommodated where possible.