A Lasting Presence In Sculpture And Engraving

A trusted family business since 1991

About Ballantynes of Walkerburn

James and Neil Ballantyne

After leaving the Parachute Regiment in 1990, Neil Ballantyne and his wife Michelle moved to the Scottish Borders and founded Ballantynes of Walkerburn with a simple but lasting vision:

'To capture the spirit of positive endeavour, believing that our work will uplift and brighten our customers' lives.'

Now joined by three of their children - James, Isobel, and Stuart, Ballantynes remains a close-knit family business with a dedicated team of 15.

Today, we're proud to be recognised as the UK's leading figurine manufacturer. Our sculptures are presented to elite military and emergency service personnel worldwide, and we work closely with a growing number of corporate and institutional clients.

Alongside our sculpture work, our Special Bottle Service and engraved crystal range have become established and highly valued parts of what we offer - from personalised presentations to bulk-branded solutions

As we grow, we continue to embrace new technologies, including powering our production with renewable solar energy. But while much has evolved, our purpose remains the same:

To create meaningful, lasting pieces that reflect pride, identity, and achievement.

A family business focused on quality

Ballantynes remains a family business. We are committed to creating products that commemorate a lifetime of service, celebrate achievement, and recognise the dedication behind every role.

Every piece is carefully handcrafted. No two items are exactly alike.

When you choose Ballantynes, you're choosing a small, specialised team that takes pride in its work - whether it's a statue, a bottle, or a piece of engraved crystal.

It's a range that is second to none

Our Team

Statues assembled and ready for despatch

When Henry Ballantyne founded Walkerburn in the 19th century, it was to support the workers of his tweed mill. Today, we carry forward that heritage of valuing the people who make our work possible.

The Ballantynes team is made up of around 15 people, including several who have been with us for over 20 years. They bring creativity, skill, and care to every item that leaves our factory - and we believe their hard work shows in every detail.

Trusted by Customers Worldwide

We work with clients across the globe - from the British military and emergency services to international corporations and private individuals. They choose us for the quality that speaks for itself in every figurine, bottle, and glass that leaves our factory - but it doesn't stop there.

As a family-owned and fully independent business, we protect our values at every stage of production. You're not just working with a supplier - you're working with a manufacturer that stands behind every piece we make.

Craftmanship

Craftmanship

Our close-knit team includes four senior craftsmen who have worked with us for more than two decades, giving us the wealth of experience it takes to create detailed and accurate sculptures and engravings.

People Centric

People Centric

Every decision we make is first driven by our duty to deliver the finest quality items to our customers. Then, we prioritise our team, paying above the living wage and providing secure employment.

100% In-House

100% In-House

We protect our reputation for incredible quality by keeping all our statue production in-house, all the time. When you buy from us, you can be confident your item has come directly from our factory on the banks of the River Tweed.

Made in the UK

Made in the UK

It's not just our figurines. We source all of our bases, trays and packaging materials from UK-based suppliers, significantly reducing our carbon footprint and feeding back into our economy.

Sustainable

Sustainable

Beyond our ongoing reductions in waste materials, we refit our factory in 2015 to be more energy efficient. Our 30kW solar array provides more carbon free electricity than we use, protecting the serene environment around us without compromising on production.

Innovation

Innovation

Uniquely, our approach blends the traditional techniques and skills of craftspeople with modern technology including precision design using the latest CAD technology.

How We Make Our Statuettes

Bronze Statues