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A Brief History
A Brief History

Founded 40 years ago in 1986, in Bridgwater, Somerset, Berry & Escott began life as Berry Engineering, a small but ambitious precision engineering business with a focus on quality craftsmanship and technical expertise.

In 2003, Directors Lee Berry (ONC/HNC) and Chris Escott (EngTech MIMechE) joined forces to expand the company’s capabilities and set a new direction. Their shared vision and complementary skills laid the foundations for the modern business — now recognised as one of the UK’s leading precision engineering firms, known for delivering exceptional results and exceeding client expectations.

Over the years, the company has grown significantly, supported by substantial offices, dedicated production facilities, and a specialist workshop equipped with advanced machinery. A team of over 65 skilled engineers and support staff, along with a fleet of task-specific vehicles, allows Berry & Escott to provide responsive, high-quality engineering solutions across a diverse range of sectors.

Our Story
May 1986

Berry Engineering is founded

1986 Berry Engineering Privately limited company, serving local food and beverage companies with stainless steel fabrication from Dunwear, Bridgwater.

August 1995

First Engagement with Hinkley Points A and B

This was the start of our Nuclear Journey, with tailor-made parts and reverse engineering.

June 1996

First big move to Blake Mill, Brue Avenue

Engineering team grew with more welding engineers and the start of machining.

December 2003

Berry & Escott in its current form came into existence

Chris Escott and Lee Berry coming onboard as Directors. Head count steadily grew to 9.

February 2007

ISO certification achieved

Compliance and quality with ISO under Lloyds Register (LRQA), with full IMS system.

June 2015

Began Fit4Nuclear certification

Started F4N (through AMRC), Compliance team grew, 2016 gained F4N.

March 2017

HPC construction began

The UK's first Nuclear Reactor Power plant in over 35yrs.

September 2022

MEH framework agreement signed

Following positive engagement with EDF and NNB on training requirements and build of MCofE and ECofE.

December 2025

Our best year so far

EDF Tier 1 supplier for design of “onsite training simulator”, Rolls Royce Sabre3 approved, 14 Apprentices places, degree level apprenticeships in process, supporting the opening UKAS certified Lab for weld testing and inspection. Somerset Chamber of Commerce finalists for Large Business of the Year 2025. Today we are 65 strong.

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Berry & Escott prides itself on delivering excellence in design, precision machining and ‘turn key’ ferrous and non-ferrous fabricated solutions. As a highly responsive and creative engineering company, we offer our customers unrivalled levels of customer service, technical expertise and operational support.

From highly qualified & experienced engineers to admin support personnel, every member of the Berry & Escott team is committed to our pillars.

Directors
Lee Berry, Director at Berry & Escott
Lee Berry
Director

HNC in design and manufacturing,Lee Berry is Director at Berry & Escott, overseeing engineering, finance, operations and HR. With 34 years of industry experience, he brings a practical, long-term perspective to building sustainable engineering solutions. Working alongside his fellow Director, Lee is committed to developing strong teams, improving systems and helping shape a resilient, forward-thinking business that consistently delivers for its clients.

Chris Escott, Director at Berry & Escott
Chris Escott
Director

Chris Escott turns ideas into robust, working engineering solutions, blending meticulous detail
with a practical, get-it-done mindset. With 20+ years across fabrication, machining, design and
customer relationships, he brings energy, optimism and high standards to every project.
Expertise: Design to manufacture, fabrication, machining, technical sales support, customer
problem-solving, quality and continuous improvement.
Qualifications: IMechE EngTech; GCSEs/O Levels.

The Team
Stuart Spinney, Business Development Consultant at Berry & Escott
Stuart Spinney
Business Development Consultant

Stuart Spinney is a highly experienced engineering professional with 45 years in the industry. Beginning as an apprentice and earning an HNC in Engineering, he has held senior roles including General Manager and Director across oil and gas, wastewater, and utilities sectors. He is currently Business Development Manager at Berry & Escott Ltd, supporting growth in water and nuclear markets."

Dawn Hobbs, Compliance Manager at Berry & Escott
Dawn Hobbs
Compliance Manager

Dawn brings extensive experience in quality, health, safety, and environmental management, covering many sectors. Her work with BRCGS standards, the globally recognised benchmark for product safety and quality, reflects her expertise in managing robust compliance systems. She also brings in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001, is NEBOSH qualified, and has a strong track record in both conducting internal audits and leading external audit preparations.

Tim Parker, Engineering Manager at Berry & Escott
Tim Parker
Engineering Manager

Chartered-track Engineering Manager with 30+ years’ experience in mechanical design, coded welding, ISO compliance and nuclear-sector project delivery, Engineering Manager with over 30 years’ experience in mechanical design, manufacture and compliance across nuclear, oil and gas, utilities and automotive sectors. Specialised in structural calculations, ISO-certified systems and complex project delivery, combining hands-on technical expertise with steady leadership and team development.

Lisa Young , HR Manager at Berry & Escott
Lisa Young
HR Manager

Experienced HR manager with expertise in employee relations, performance management, recruitment, and organisational development. CIPD Level 5 and AAT qualified. MHFA England – Mental Health First Aider

Lisa Young is an experienced Finance and HR Manager with over 24 years at Berry & Escott Ltd, progressing from Office Junior to the Business Management Team. AAT qualified and CIPD Level 5 certified, she specialises in financial management, payroll, HR leadership, and organisational development, supporting directors to drive business performance, compliance, and workforce growth.

Scott White, Sales Manager at Berry & Escott
Scott White
Sales Manager

Sales Manager at Berry & Escott Engineering, with extensive global experience across marine, defence, oil & gas, and automotive sectors. A former Military Engineering professional, he combines hands-on technical expertise with a collaborative leadership style, driving innovative engineering solutions. Utilising 25+yrs of engineering, commercial and contratual experience to build solid commercial relationships and supporting customers in all sectors.

Chris Bennie, Operations Manager at Berry & Escott
Chris Bennie
Operations Manager

Chris have been with Berry and Escott Engineering for 27 years, starting his career as an apprentice and progressing into the role of Operations Manager. His hands-on experience, combined with a Business Management qualification and NEBOSH General Certificate, gives him a strong understanding of both the operational and safety aspects of the business. He is passionate about supporting our teams, maintaining high standards, and helping drive the company’s continued success.

Jake Williams, Senior Project Manager at Berry & Escott
Jake Williams
Senior Project Manager

Rising through the ranks at Berry & Escott since 2014, Jake progressed from shop-floor engineering into senior project leadership. Grounded in practical delivery and technical detail, he takes a direct, hands-on, and decisive approach to leading high-volume structural steel and pipework contracts, while overseeing the project team and portfolio across utilities and associated industrial sectors.

Matt Lee, Senior Project Manager at Berry & Escott
Matt Lee
Senior Project Manager

With five years’ hands-on experience as a CNC Miller, Matt built his expertise in precision manufacturing and engineering accuracy before moving into Project Management. For the past six and a half years, he has led projects within the Nuclear Generation and Defence sectors, applying practical workshop knowledge to deliver technically demanding programmes safely, efficiently and to exacting standards.

Tom Frome , Workshop Manager at Berry & Escott
Tom Frome
Workshop Manager

As the Workshop Manager at Berry & Escott Engineering, and I’ve been part of the welding and fabrication industry since completing my advanced apprenticeship in 2010. From early on, I’ve taken pride in developing a strong, hands-on understanding of the trade, working across a wide range of projects and continually building my skills on the shop floor.

In 2024, I had the opportunity to complete a management and leadership course, which has helped me develop my approach to leading teams and improving workshop performance. I focus on maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency in everything we do.

I take pride in supporting my team and ensuring projects are delivered to the high standards that Berry & Escott Engineering is known for.

Our Pillars

Quality
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Quality, traceability, and efficiency are central to everything we do. Our customers can be confident in receiving value-added, precision-engineered solutions that meet the highest industry standards. Berry & Escott Ltd is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 by a UKAS-accredited certification body, reflecting our commitment to consistent quality and continuous improvement.

To future-proof our business, we maintain a structured programme of ongoing development — reviewing processes, investing in technology, and supporting the growth of our people. This continuous investment ensures Berry & Escott remains a leader in precision engineering, delivering measurable benefits and long-term value to our customers.

Vision
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We are dedicated to continuous quality and performance improvement, driven by lean manufacturing principles and ongoing investment in people, processes, and technology. Our approach focuses on design for manufacture, standardisation, setup reduction, skills development, and waste elimination, ensuring lasting efficiency and a strong competitive edge.

Our Factory Production Control System gives complete visibility across manufacturing, supported by real-time data collection for accurate project tracking and delivery management.

Environment
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We are committed to reducing environmental impact and have achieved ISO 14001 certification in 2013. Since then, we’ve focused on minimising waste, improving efficiency, and lowering energy consumption across all operations. We’re proud to support environmental agencies and actively choose recycled and low-carbon materials wherever possible.

Our state-of-the-art compressor system reuses hot air to heat our workshops in winter, while energy-efficient lighting and natural skylights reduce power usage year-round.

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