Northern Tubs Ltd

Hours
Chamber Rating
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Diana Finnerty
Dec 2nd, 2021 -
Gary C
Apr 9th, 2023 -
william riley
Aug 2nd, 2021 -
Trish Dingley
Jul 9th, 2022 -
G Loake
Apr 18th, 2022
Contact Info
- (191) 482-4389
Questions & Answers
Q What is the phone number for Northern Tubs Ltd?
A The phone number for Northern Tubs Ltd is: (191) 482-4389.
Q Where is Northern Tubs Ltd located?
A Northern Tubs Ltd is located at 22 Ladypark, Gateshead, eng NE11 0HD
Q What is the internet address for Northern Tubs Ltd?
A The website (URL) for Northern Tubs Ltd is: https://www.oak-barrel.com/
Q What days are Northern Tubs Ltd open?
A Northern Tubs Ltd is open:
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Q How is Northern Tubs Ltd rated?
A Northern Tubs Ltd has a 2.6 Star Rating from 7 reviewers.
Hours
Ratings and Reviews
Northern Tubs Ltd
Overall Rating
Overall Rating
( 7 Reviews )
Gary C on Google
Received a barrel and it fell apart within the first few months.
No help over email.
I finally drove around to ask for a new ring, as it was the ring that failed.
I was told I hadn't bought the barrel from there and they weren't willing to give a new ring.

william riley on Google

Trish Dingley on Google

G Loake on Google

Diana Finnerty on Google
When I unwrapped it and took the lid off, I was nearly overwhelmed by the smell of alcohol! Whilst this was not an unpleasant smell I was concerned it could damage the plants I would water with the contents of the barrel. I contacted Northern Tubs and was told it should be fine.
I filled it with water immediately as instructed, and started to use it for watering.
One month later the alcohol smell had been replaced with a sweet rotting smell that was disgusting, and there was a black oily film on top of the water. My entire greenhouse stank so I had to stop using the water in it.
I contacted Northern Tubs again and complained. They told me that as it was an ex-distillery cask this can happen. They told me to empty, rinse and replace with water. This will have to be done many times. They said several times that it will take time and a lot of work - I would need to empty, rinse and refill several times a month.
This is a 56 gallon barrel designed to save water!
We are now mid-August and I have emptied it several times and skimmed the foul film off the top regularly and topped it up. It still absolutely reeks - like a foul drain.
I am livid and want to warn others against buying such a terrible product.
There is nowhere on the website warning of these problems. It is costing me time, a huge amount of water and considerable anguish. The barrel is on our patio by the back door and the smell is actually embarrassing.
I want a refund or a replacement but Northern Tubs are no longer replying to my emails.
AVOID AT ALL COSTS - THESE BARRELS ARE NOT FIT FOR PURPOSE. THE WEBSITE IS MISLEADING AND THE SMELL IS NAUSEATING.