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We can’t express enough the importance of using shoe trees to keep your leather shoes in the best possible condition for the longest time possible. Discover the best pair of shoe trees for your leather shoes at Cheaney in our shoe tree collection. We highly recommend our Cedarwood shoe tree for its moisture-absorbing properties and phenomenal smell. And we also have a shoe tree specifically for your shoes from our Imperial collection to get the perfect fit. Estate plans, estimated to date from around 1800, shows this particular part of Heaton, which was owned by the Ridley family, covered in trees and described as ‘ plantations’. On the 1st edition Ordnance Survey map, the area is labelled ‘Bulman’s Wood’. We know that by the first half of the 19th century, it was owned by Armorer Donkin, the solicitor who in the 1830s employed William Armstrong as a clerk and became almost a father figure to him. On Donkin’s death in 1851, Armstrong inherited much of the land that he in turn gifted to the citizens of Newcastle, including the park which bears his name and houses the Shoe Tree. That Joseph had some philanthropic leanings is shown by charitable donations including one from ‘ Messrs Sewell and Donkin’ in 1815 to a relief fund set up after the Heaton Colliery disaster and in 1848 to another following a tragedy at Cullercoats when seven fishermen drowned.

From 1819, the firm was known as Sewell and Donkin. Armorer Donkin, Jesmond and Heaton landowner, solicitor and businessman and soon to be Joseph Sewell’s landlord, had become a partner in the firm. But from the 1830s there was a house in the wooded area adjacent to where the Shoe Tree stands. It can be seen on the first edition OS map below, the square just below the old windmill. A very substantial stone-built single storey house, some 20 metres squared, stood here. This house was occupied for over twenty years by Joseph Sewell, a man who deserves to be much better known in Heaton than he is. Not only will a good shoe tree reduce the creases in your footwear when you take them off, but they’ll also absorb any moisture to keep things fresh for their next outing. Before you invest, there are just a few things you should know... How should shoe trees be used? At the time Sir William Armstrong gifted the land now known as Armstrong Park to the people of Newcastle in 1879, the tenant of the house was a Mr Glover. He may well have been the last occupant. Joseph Sewell’s house was soon used as a tearoom or refreshment rooms. Later, possibly about 1882, a kiosk seems to have been built onto the side. There are also references in the press to scholars such as those of the Ballast Hills and St Lawrence Sunday schools being taken up the Ouseburn to the ‘ plantation of Joseph Sewell Esq’ including some mentions of tea and spice buns!

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But next time you pass, look up at the trainers and think about all the runners who set off from that spot, some of which were to lose their lives soon afterwards, and give a thought also to the entrepreneur, industrialist and philanthropist, Joseph Sewell, whose house footprint is beneath your feet.

In 1851, the year in which Armorer Donkin died, the pottery name reverted and became Sewell and Company. St Anthony’s Pottery, Newcastle upon Tyne: Joseph Sewell’s book of designs’ / edited by Clarice and Harold Blakey on behalf of the Northern Ceramic Society and Tyne & Wear Museums, 1993 And although a number of truly historic buildings, such as ‘King John’s Palace’ and Heaton Windmill, survive just metres away, it’s the Shoe Tree, which particularly seems to capture the imagination of local people. It’s that which has a Heaton Park Road cafe named in its honour and has inspired local designers and artists. Colin Hagan’s designs Definitely not true but the tree is certainly growing in an area of the park with a very interesting actual history, some of which may provide an alternative narrative for why it now sprouts footwear. As well as in local collections, there seem to be particularly large numbers of Sewell pieces in museums in Denmark which suggests this was a big market for Sewell’s pottery.The Development of the Glass Industry on the Rivers Tyne and Wear 1700-1900’ / by Catherine Ross; Newcastle University thesis, 1982 In August 2020 the Woodland Trust shortlisted a sycamore in Armstrong Park, known as the ‘Shoe Tree’, for its English ‘Tree of the Year’. Our representative in the competition certainly isn’t as ancient as many of the other contenders, although that didn’t stop an anonymous wit constructing a fictional history for it, as this panel, which mysteriously appeared one night in 2012, shows. We also offer 2 sizes available, small and large, allowing fitment for shoe sizes UK 2-12, ensuring that everyone can find a perfect fit for their shoes. Shoe trees also help to protect your shoes from damage when they’re not being worn. If you’re someone who likes to keep your shoes on display in our storage boxes, the tree will help to keep the shape of the shoe and prevent it from bending or warping over time.

Yvonne Shannon’s dad, who is 85, remembers going to the refreshment rooms for ice cream but he can’t recall anything about the big house. Heaton History Group member, Ken Stainton, remembers it too. He told us that an elderly man ‘ quite a nice guy’ called Mr Salkeld ran the refreshment rooms when he was young. Ken remembers the name because he went to school with Norman Salkeld, one of the proprietor’s grandsons. But Ken’s memories are from the second world war: ‘S weets were rationed. I don’t think they had cake. I just remember orange juice.’ The identity of the writer of the letter accompanying the first photo below would seem to confirm Ken’s recollections. Armstrong Park tea rooms, early 20th century Under Sewell’s stewardship, the pottery went from strength to strength. It did not, for the most part, compete in the English market with the Staffordshire firms, which had advantages in terms of transport links by road. Instead, it took advantage of its position on the Tyne, with links to Europe, particularly Northern Europe. A shoe tree should be used once you take of your shoes. This should be done in a timely manner as the shoe tree will help the sneaker keep its shape as it dries. Many believe that once the shoe has absorbed the moisture, there is no use for a shoe tree. Often after 24 hours. We know that Sewell diversified. He was manager and shareholder for a time at the Newcastle Broad and Crown Glass Company, the shareholder who recommended him being Armorer Donkin. You can use shoe trees in boots and reap the same benefits as using them with your leather shoes. However, to protect the entire boot shaft from warping or developing unwanted creases, you will need a specific boot tree with an extended portion to fill the boot shaft or you could just pad this area with newspaper. Are shoe trees good for trainers?

Shoe trees will protect your shoes. However, if you incorrectly use them or use a poor-quality one, they can damage your shoes. For example, using an incorrectly-shaped shoe tree will warp your shoe out of shape. That’s why we have a separate shoe tree for our Imperial shoe collection, as the last shape for these shoes is much narrower. You can use shoe trees for your trainers. They will provide the same benefits as your leather dress shoes. Use a cedar shoe tree to keep your leather trainers looking smart and smelling fresh. Can shoe trees damage shoes? If you get leather shoes wet, the leather can warp and shrink as they dry. Use a shoe tree to ensure that your damp shoes dry into the correct shape. However, you can reduce their prominence by regularly using a shoe tree after every wear. The shoe tree will smooth out inside or outside creases and wrinkles by manipulating the leather into its original shape. Premium wooden shoe trees at Cheaney Shoes

It is impossible to remove creases altogether. You would have to not wear your shoes to keep them crease-free. Nor can you fix shoe creases once you have worn your shoes. As you walk, your shoes will bend and adapt to your natural foot bend, as leather is a natural material. Can’t I just keep hold of the cardboard inserts and tissue paper the shoes came with, you ask? Let’s stamp that line of thought out right away. While it’s true this measure will go some way to maintaining a shoe’s shape, it’s not nearly as effective as a sturdier wooden implement. It also overlooks the other key purpose of a shoe tree: to absorb moisture. One made from unvarnished cedar, ideally with a brass knob, will be most absorbent, keeping odours at bay. What other measures should I be taking to prolong the life of my shoes?According to a modern reference book, ‘ Although in recent years, Maling has received more attention than [other north-east potteries], the highest quality ware was made by the St Peter’s and St Anthony’s potteries.’ Sewell and Donkin Pineapple inkwell, c 1920 in the Laing Art Gallery If you are a regular frequenter of our blog, you will know that, at Cheaney, we are keen advocates of the shoe tree. If you’re investing in a good quality pair of shoes, you want to look after them properly to help them last for a long time. Using shoe trees is essential for extending the life of your shoes and keeping them looking as good as the day you bought them. Here is our guide on why you should incorporate shoe trees into your shoe care regime, how to use them and frequently asked questions answered. Joseph’s early life remain something of a mystery but we do know he was born c1777 in Northumberland. By 1804 he had become the owner of the already substantial St Anthony’s Pottery less than three miles from Heaton. The road now known as Pottery Bank led from the factory to the works’ own staithes on the River Tyne. Using wooden shoe trees gives you the added benefit of absorbing moisture. If you use a plastic or synthetic shoe tree, you could risk trapping that moisture and causing mould to grow in your shoes. Can shoe trees fix creases?