Anglia Locksmiths

27/10/2026

🔑 A Blast from the Past – Vintage Clockwork Toy Keys!

These fascinating old wind-up keys were made for clockwork toys, bringing mechanical playthings to life long before batteries and electronic controls became commonplace.

The photograph features several distinctive examples, including keys marked Tri-ang, Chad Valley and Made in England, showcasing the different shapes and designs used by British toy manufacturers.

These small but important accessories were essential to the operation of many traditional clockwork toys. Today, they offer a glimpse into the history of British toy manufacturing and the ingenious mechanical designs that entertained generations of children.

A fascinating subject for vintage toy collectors, clockwork enthusiasts, collectors of British-made toys and anyone who enjoys discovering unusual pieces of mechanical history.

📌 Shared for historical and collecting interest only. These items are not for sale.

27/10/2026

🔑 An Unusual Key with a Clever Design!

This intriguing vintage folding key features a hinged construction that allows the key to fold into a more compact form. Its distinctive design and aged metal finish make it an interesting example of traditional keymaking.

Keys have evolved considerably over the years, with different designs developed to suit particular locks, practical requirements and manufacturing methods. Unusual examples like this offer a fascinating glimpse into the history of keys and locksmithing.

A great subject for vintage key collectors, locksmiths, antique enthusiasts and anyone interested in unusual mechanical designs.

📌 Shared for historical and collecting interest only. This item is not for sale.

27/10/2026

Vintage MINIATURE Yale Keys & “If Found Return To” Key Tag – Locksmithing Memorabilia

Description

🔑 A Little Piece of Locksmithing History!

An interesting vintage set of keys featuring an original-style “If Found Return To” key tag, accompanied by two Yale-marked keys.

Everyday objects like these offer a fascinating glimpse into the history of locks, keys and security. From traditional key designs to old-fashioned key identification tags, even the smallest items can tell a story about the past.

A lovely subject for key collectors, locksmiths, vintage hardware enthusiasts and anyone interested in the history of everyday objects.

📌 Shared for historical and collecting interest only. This item is not for sale.

27/10/2026

Charles & Diana Royal Wedding Commemorative Key – 29 July 1981

Description

A fascinating piece of British royal memorabilia! 🇬🇧🔑

This unusual commemorative key features a portrait of Charles and Diana, marking their wedding on 29 July 1981. It is an interesting example of how everyday objects, including keys, have been used to commemorate significant moments in British history.

As well as its royal connection, this key is an unusual item for locksmiths, key collectors and enthusiasts interested in the history of keys and their designs.

This item is shared for historical and collecting interest only. It is not for sale.

📌 A little piece of royal history, preserved in the form of a key.

19/10/2026

19/10/2026

🔐 DID YOU KNOW WHAT ANGLIA LOCKSMITHS CAN OFFER?

You might know us for keys and locks, but there's a lot more to Anglia Locksmiths!

🏪 Visit our shop in Wisbech

🔑 Key cutting and a wide range of key blanks.

🛠️ Locksmithing tools and workshop equipment.

🔩 Replacement lock parts and specialist hardware.

🚪 Door locks, cabinet locks and associated hardware.

📦 Hard-to-find, obsolete and specialist items.

🔐 Proximity fob copying — we can copy many types of proximity fobs in our shop.

Whether you're a professional locksmith, a maintenance engineer, a local business or a member of the public looking for help, we're always happy to discuss your requirements.

With a heritage dating back to 1964, we're proud to continue serving the locksmithing trade and our local community.

📍 Anglia Locksmiths
13 Church Terrace, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1BL.

📞 01945 583530

Pop in and see us!

19/10/2026

🔐 THE ANGLIA LOCKSMITH'S CHALLENGE! 🔐

Right then, locksmiths… let's see who knows their trade!

Can you identify this piece of locksmithing equipment?

🤔 What is it?
🔑 What is it used for?
🛠️ Have you come across one in your work?

Put your answers in the comments below!

Let's see how many of you get it right. No Googling! 😉

We'll be posting more locksmithing challenges, unusual locks, forgotten hardware and interesting items from the trade.

Anglia Locksmiths — established 1964.

Nearly six decades of locksmithing history and still plenty to learn!

19/10/2026

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Rim Antique Large Grey Steel Lock (200mm x 125mm) A refurbished antique-style rim lock manufactured from solid steel, designed for larger doors requiring traditional locking hardware. This vintage lock features a robust deadbolt mechanism operated by key, offering secure operation while maintaining

19/10/2026

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Decayeux Large Double-Sided Zephyr Mail Box (White) Large capacity double-sided mailbox from Decayeux, designed with access from both the front and rear for convenient mail collection. Ideal for properties requiring secure, practical and durable external mail storage. Manufactured from painted elec

30/01/2026

The Rogue Locksmiths have hit the headlines once again.

Be wary of rogue locksmiths.
For your peace of mind, always use a reputable and trusted company like ourselves, regularly inspected and vetted by the Master Locksmiths Association.

A couple expecting to pay £50 for a locksmith say they ended up forking out more than £5,000.