Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Sheffield's Premier Furniture Destination Since 1915
Established in 1915, Barkers Furniture has built a legacy of excellence in furniture retail, serving Sheffield and surrounding areas for over a century. Our family-run business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design, offering an extensive range of upholstery, dining furniture, beds, and bedroom solutions. With showrooms across Sheffield, we pride ourselves on providing expert advice, competitive pricing, and exceptional customer service. Our team's deep industry knowledge ensures customers receive tailored recommendations, while our commitment to quality is evident in our partnerships with renowned brands like G Plan and Relyon.We maintain rigorous quality control through regular staff training and supplier audits, ensuring every product meets our exacting standards. Our finance options and nationwide delivery services reflect our dedication to accessibility and convenience. With a heritage of innovation, from pioneering showroom design in the 1960s to digital transformation in 2014, we continue to evolve while maintaining the personal touch that has defined our success. Our 110th anniversary in 2025 celebrates not just longevity, but a continuous commitment to customer satisfaction and industry leadership.
Services
Sofas
Dining Sets
Beds
Bedroom Furniture
Carpet Fitting
Delivery Service
Finance Options
Upholstery Care
Room Planning
Product Warranty
Details
- Year established: 1915
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of furniture expertise
- Our team provides expert product recommendations
- We guarantee price-matched competitive offers
- Our showrooms feature 50+ sofa ranges
- We deliver nationwide with professional installation
What people say
Polite staff
Excellent service
Great value
Professional delivery
Quality products
Services
Sofa Sales
We offer an extensive selection of sofas including 4-seater, 3-seater, and 2-seater options in both fabric and leather finishes. Our range includes corner sofas, sofa beds, and specialist recliners. With over 50 sofa ranges available, customers can choose from traditional to contemporary designs. Our experienced sales team provides expert guidance to help customers select the perfect sofa for their space and lifestyle.
Bedroom Furniture
Our comprehensive bedroom furniture collection includes bedsteads, wardrobes, chest of drawers, and dressing tables. We offer solutions for various bedroom sizes and styles, from compact single rooms to spacious master suites. Our range features both modern and traditional designs, with options to suit different storage requirements and aesthetic preferences.
Dining Furniture
We provide complete dining solutions with tables, chairs, and storage furniture. Our collection includes dining tables in various sizes and styles, complemented by matching chairs and sideboards. Customers can choose from modern, traditional, or transitional designs to create their ideal dining space.
Carpet Installation
Our carpet fitting service covers measurement, supply, and professional installation. We offer a wide range of carpet options suitable for different rooms and lifestyles. Our experienced fitters ensure precise installation with attention to detail, providing customers with durable and aesthetically pleasing flooring solutions.
Delivery Service
We provide nationwide delivery and installation services for all furniture purchases. Our professional delivery team handles careful transportation, room placement, and packaging removal. For local customers, we offer same-day or next-day delivery options with flexible scheduling to accommodate customer availability.
People
Ernest Morton Barker
Founder
Established the business in 1915 after transitioning from cabinet making to furniture retail during World War I. Built the foundation for the family business that continues today.
Stuart Barker
Director
Joined the business in the 1960s, revolutionizing showroom design with innovative displays. Played crucial role in expanding the business through strategic acquisitions and modernization during the 1970s-1980s.
Sheila Barker
Director
Joined in 1982, bringing administrative expertise that streamlined operations. Instrumental in modernizing business processes while maintaining family values and customer service standards.
Questions
What areas do you deliver to?
We offer nationwide delivery across the UK with local delivery options available in Sheffield and surrounding areas.
Do you provide after-sales support?
Yes, our after-sales team handles warranty claims, product care advice, and any post-purchase concerns through our dedicated support channels.
Can I finance my purchase?
We offer interest-free credit options on selected items, with flexible payment plans available for qualifying purchases.
How long has the business operated?
We've been serving customers since 1915, celebrating our 110th anniversary in 2025 as a family-run Sheffield business.
What brands do you stock?
We feature premium brands including G Plan, Relyon, Kaymed, and Sherborne, alongside our exclusive in-house collections.
Are there showrooms to visit?
Yes, we have two dedicated showrooms in Sheffield: our main store on Burton Street for upholstery and dining furniture, and Lowther Road for beds and bedroom furniture.
Reviews (4)
Jane Marsh
Apr 16, 2022
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Amazing stock of furniture, sofas, dinning tables, chairs, carpets pictures, and ornaments, staff very friendly and helpful Recomend to shop hear, we are going back for sofa and chair, bought a reasonable price dinning table od goid quality
Nikki Renwick
Dec 13, 2021
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Absolutely appalling service leaving my parents with no suite or chair for their family gathering after delivering a faulty damaged suite. To have them collect the day before Christmas Eve is unthinkable and not the level of service you would expect from an independent retailer. The suite could have been collected next week since it was damaged already but no they chose to leave my parents sat on the floor and having to cancel the family gathering. Who does that? Not a professional retailer for sure.
Deborah Turner
May 20, 2021
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A family owned furnishing store with loads of choice in their show room. The staff were helpful, listened to my needs and then left me to choose in my own time. There was no hard sell so I went away to think about the styles I'd seen. When I went back they helped me choose the right fabric and also suggested a delivery trial before I committed to a purchase as I have awkward stairs to negotiate. Highly recommend a visit for your next furniture purchase.
Andrea Bargh
May 14, 2019
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We ordered goods to the value of 2000 2 divans, 2 bedside and 1 console table. 1 divan damaged upon delivery, 1 divan broke within 3 weeks of having been delivered, wrong bedside tables delivered and console table delivered damaged. Try to shop local where we can however the quality is simply not worth it, still waiting for the issues to be addressed and sorted. Would have got better quality from Argos or Ikea. Obviously changed their suppliers over the years to the detriment of their business and customer satisfaction. Will not shop or recommend Barkers Furniture again.
