Suffolk Latches

As The Suffolk Latch Company, we take pride in offering a collection of Suffolk latches that combine traditional design with exceptional craftsmanship. Handmade using age-old blacksmithing techniques, our hand forged Suffolk latches are the ideal choice for cottage door handles, barn conversions, and period renovations.

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  • Suffolk Latch Hand Forged in Black Beeswax also known as a suffolk latch kit
    Suffolk thumb latch
  • Suffolk Latch Pewter
    Suffolk Latch in Pewter on door
  • Gothic Thumb Latch Black Beeswax
    Thumb Latch on door, heavy duty latch
  • Gothic Thumb Latch Hand Forged Pewter
    Pewter thumb latch , traditional latch
  • Suffolk Latch Fine Handle Black Beeswax, iron latch handle
    Suffolk Latch Fine Handle on door
  • Suffolk Latch Fine Handle Hand Forged Pewter
  • Suffolk latch with T bar
    Door fitted with a Suffolk latch with T bar
  • Suffolk Latch with T Bar In Pewter
    Decorative Suffolk latch
  • Thumb Latch with Armor-Coat
    Suffolk latch on door

Suffolk Latches

Suffolk Latches

Suffolk latches are one of the oldest forms of door latch still in use today, recognised for their simple bar-and-thumb mechanism and traditional surface-mounted design. Favoured in cottages, period homes and rustic interiors, they offer a practical and historically sympathetic option for both internal and external doors. This collection brings together our full range of Suffolk latch styles, including traditional patterns, Gothic designs, fine handle versions, T-bar latches and an exterior-suitable Armor-Coat Suffolk latch. Each provides a slightly different appearance while retaining the characteristic function of the traditional Suffolk latch. For matching hardware across your home, explore our wider Traditional Door Hardware collection.

Traditional Suffolk Latches

Our traditional Suffolk latches follow the well-known thumb latch mechanism and are available in two finishes. The black Suffolk thumb latch offers a classic look suited to cottage-style doors, while the pewter Suffolk latch provides a softer metallic tone ideal for lighter timber or painted interiors.

Gothic Suffolk Latches

For doors needing a more decorative touch, our Gothic Suffolk latches feature a pointed, arched backplate that adds subtle character to period joinery. Choose between the black Gothic latch and the pewter Gothic latch depending on the tone and style you prefer.

Fine Handle Suffolk Latches

The fine handle Suffolk latch is a refined variation with a slimmer grip, suited to more detailed joinery or doors where a lighter visual presence is preferred. It is available as the black fine handle Suffolk latch or the pewter fine handle Suffolk latch.

T-Bar Suffolk Latches

For a more contemporary interpretation of the traditional Suffolk latch, the T-bar version offers a clean and understated handle shape. Options include the black T-bar Suffolk latch and the pewter T-bar Suffolk latch, both suited to cottage interiors and modern rustic schemes.

Armor-Coat Suffolk Latch

Our Armor-Coat Suffolk latch offers the same traditional bar-and-thumb mechanism as the rest of the Suffolk latch family but with a high performance exterior coating. This makes it suitable for acidic timbers and exposed locations where a durable finish is essential. It is an excellent choice for garden gates, outbuildings and external timber doors requiring a long-lasting traditional latch.

Where These Latches Work Best

  • Cottage and period-style internal doors
  • Restoration projects and heritage joinery
  • Built-in cupboards and larder doors
  • Timber doors requiring a traditional surface-mounted latch
  • External doors when using the Armor-Coat Suffolk latch

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