About us


Welcome to the World of Sewing The largest multi-brand independent sewing machine specialists in the UK. 

The Pratts Bottom and Tunbridge Wells stores are equipped with workshops manned by factory trained engineers.

We stock sewing machines from leading manufacturers such as: Alfa, Babylock, Bernina, Britannia, Brother, Elna,  Husqvarna, Janome, Juki, Pfaff. Every leading make of machine is available in stock and on demonstration. Our price promise is simple: we will match any price offered by any outlet which is officially authorised to sell that brand.

Why buy from us


Visit us in branch

Located in the South East, with over 4000 sq. ft. to explore, the World of Sewing at historic Tunbridge Wells, an Aladdin’s Cave with the widest range of sewing aids, interests, fabrics and fascination for every sewing enthusiast. Truly of supermarket proportions.

We also have a fantastic store in Pratts Bottom, Orpington - Easy to find along the A21 with forecourt parking this branch has a range of craft fabrics, sewing aids, haberdashers, sewing machines, overlockers and accessories available from stock.

Both Branches are outside of the ULEZ zone

Branch Locations


The History of World of Sewing

The first branch of Bromley Sewing Machines was opened by Val Pinkerton in 1974. With many years in the sewing machine industry, it was his passion, and starting his own business meant he could run things his way with his values. Customer care and satisfaction was at the core, giving customers that personal service and care, which is what we still strive to do today.

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Sewing Machine Service & Repair

We also offer machine service and repair: our combined experience of over 50,000 services and team of engineers ensures you receive the highest quality care possible for your machine.

In the South East, with over 4000 sq. ft. to explore, the WORLD OF SEWING at historic Tunbridge Wells, is an Aladdin’s Cave with the widest range of sewing aids, interests, fabrics and fascination for every sewing enthusiast. Truly of supermarket proportions.

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