parts of the Cotswolds started to produce similar cloth, known as 'Worcesters'. The market suffered major setback in the 18th century, when the trade of the Levant Company with Turkey was obstructed by French competition. From this time, the production of broadcloth lost its importance. Types of broadcloth Banat Wool broadcloth made in India. Bridgwater (1450-1500) - A lighter weight broadcloth made in England, Scotland and Wales. Castor - Overcoat-weight woolen broadcloth. Cealtar (Irish Gaelic) - thick grey broadcloth Dunster (early 14th century) - broadcloth specifically made in Somerset Georgian cloth (c.1806) Haberjet (Middle Ages)- A coarse wool broadcloth, made in England during the Medieval period, and associated with monks. Habit cloth - British-made fine wool broadcloth typically used for women's riding habits. Lady's cloth - lighter weight broadcloth, originally made in light shades. Poole cloth (19th century onwards) - A broadcloth with a clear finish, named after the tailoring establishment Henry Poole & Co (founded 1806). Suclat - A European-made cotton broadcloth popular in the East Indian market. Superfine (18th century onwards) - merino broadcloth used for men's tailoring. Tami - Chinese-made broadcloth. Taunton (16th century) - Originally made in Taunton, and available in medium or coarse grade, with a weight of 11oz. per yard, which was fixed by law. Tavestock (c. 1200-1350 Western dozen (16th century) - Alternative name for tavestock. Narrow cloth was a fabric type, woven on narrow width loom. Modern uses Wool broadcloth with its felted, velvet-like feel, has been used to upholster furniture and car interiors. Notes References Bibliography Woven fabrics Waulked textiles