DENTS in Warminster had its traditional glove-making methods put under the spotlight as staff were filmed as part of the BBC’s Escape to the Country series.

Staff at the factory on Furnax Lane showed presenter Jules Hudson the process of making a glove, from first leather cutting to hand sewing and finishing.

The TV crew were also shown Dents’ private museum, where they were allowed to film historic gloves and artefacts which have been created by the company since it was founded in 1777.

Dents chief executive Deborah Moore said: “Jules was especially interested in the hand sewing techniques and also how to measure the size of a hand.

“This is so important to ensure the “perfect fit” that has helped make Dents such an iconic brand.

“Lord Nelson’s gloves and the gloves of Queen Elizabeth I are always stand out items here but Jules also looked at the driving gloves we made for Jack Brabham and Stirling Moss and the gloves used in Batman and by James Bond in Skyfall.”

Dents will be featured in an Escape to the Country programme to be on screen later this year.

The company was founded by craftsman John Dent and soon developed as a leading leather glove company in England and across the globe.

By the mid 19th century, the company was creating pyjamas, braces, ties, and shirts as well as a large selection of gloves and hats.

The firm has a strong family tradition, with many staff spending their entire working life there. Currently operating in 27 countries, Dents is a member of The Worshipful Company of Glovers.