RED Winches

RED Winches RED Winches - Design and manufacture high performance winch and offroad recovery products We always wanted the brand to be loved for its engineering and design.

From humble beginnings, Red Winches and has grown into a supplier of highly engineered recovery equipment for the UK and rest of the world. Why we do what we do....
RED Winches wants to challenge the accepted ‘Status Quo’ to share with others our love for creative design and passion for Engineering’

Our modern, fully equipped production facilities are a far cry from the small wooden office in wh

ich our first off-road winch was conceived and crafted. To allow people to own their own piece of British engineering. However, while we may have grown, we've never forgotten the values, customer focus and attention to detail that have made the Red Winches brand and its uncompromising products what they are today. A Military Pedigree.....
The off-road competition winches we now produce were born from a requirement received for a high performance hydraulic winch on a military vehicle in 2008. We still continue to service our military partners, and continual looking at better ways to support them and their equipment needs. Designed & Manufactured in Britain
Red Winches are British-built, with all mechanical components being made in-house. With design, manufacture and supply being dealt with under one roof, it means orders can be fulfilled efficiently. It also means we fully understand every element of our products to they can endure and perform in the most hostile and demanding conditions all over the world.

Engineering doesn’t stop at the product.At RED Winches, we know that a world-class winch deserves world-class protection...
18/03/2026

Engineering doesn’t stop at the product.

At RED Winches, we know that a world-class winch deserves world-class protection. That’s why we’ve developed our own bespoke, heavy-duty packaging system specifically for international transit.

By utilising a custom-engineered pallet base and reinforced housing, we ensure:

Total Stability: Zero movement during sea or air freight.

Streamlined Handling: Designed for easy manoeuvring by forklifts and cranes.

Arrival Confidence: Our kit arrives looking as pristine as it did when it left our workshop.

When you’re shipping precision equipment across borders, "standard" isn’t good enough. We build the crate to match the quality of the winch inside.

17/03/2026

We’re officially packing up some of the very first SV-R orders!

From the drawing board to the final product, seeing the SV-R products shipping out is a massive milestone. Precision engineering, sleek aesthetics, and now hitting the road to their new homes.

The RED Winches Stampede 2026 is all about pushing machines to their absolute limit, so it only makes sense to partner w...
17/03/2026

The RED Winches Stampede 2026 is all about pushing machines to their absolute limit, so it only makes sense to partner with a name that defines "Tried and Tested."

We are massive fans of heritage and hard-core engineering, which is why we are thrilled to announce Gwyn Lewis 4x4 as an official sponsor for this year’s event! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Based out of Llanfair Caereinion, Gwyn has been a legend in the Land Rover world since 1984. From steering bars and suspension to those essential mud shields and propshafts, the Gwyn Lewis team lives and breathes the same "built-not-bought" ethos that fuels every competitor on our start line. 🔥

When you see a Gwyn Lewis 4×4 sticker on a rig, you know it’s equipped with parts designed by a family that actually gets stuck in the mud.

16/03/2026

Proudly designed and machined in our factory in Somerset, SV-R is specifically designed for all Land Rover Models (1983-2016) with parts for the INEOS Grenadier and the Jeep.

Every SV-R component is CNC machined from solid billet aluminium. This isn’t just about looks, it’s about offering superior increased strength, durability and aesthetics that far surpass standard OEM parts.

This is just the beginning. With more SV-R products currently in the pipeline, we are redefining the standard for vehicle hardware.

We are obsessed with this customer build! There’s nothing like a modified Suzuki SJ, and adding the King Cobra with a me...
16/03/2026

We are obsessed with this customer build!

There’s nothing like a modified Suzuki SJ, and adding the King Cobra with a medium drum to the front takes it to a whole new level. The owners custom winch mount really highlights the shallow depth of the King Cobra allowing for an incredible approach angle. Thanks for sharing this incredible rig with us!

Happy Mother’s Day to the woman who does it all! Forget the flowers and the scented candles. This year, we’re getting Mu...
15/03/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the woman who does it all!

Forget the flowers and the scented candles. This year, we’re getting Mum what she really needs: the RED Winches Recovery Spade. It’s the Swiss Army Knife of domestic bliss and off-road recovery.

Why is it the ultimate Mother’s Day gift? Let us count the ways:

Kitchen Chic: Why buy a boring wooden stand when this spade makes the ultimate heavy-duty kitchen roll holder? It says, "I bake cookies, but I can also pull a 4x4 out of a bog before tea time."

The Ultimate Alarm Clock: That built-in whistle isn't just for safety; it’s for ensuring the kids are out of bed and downstairs in 0.5 seconds flat.

Evidence Management: Need to get rid of... let's call them "sensitive documents"? It doubles as a firelighter. If it didn't happen in the fireplace, it didn't happen at all.

Multipurpose Gardening: It’s perfect for digging over the flower beds. Because, as we all know, gardening is a much more socially acceptable hobby than the alternative. (Remember kids: Murder is illegal, but a well-turned vegetable patch is a delight!)

Give Mum the gift of recovery, utility, and just a hint of "don't mess with me" this Sunday.

Stop the BONN-ACHE before it starts. Don't let rust-streaks ruin your pristine paintwork. Our Door hinges are engineered...
12/03/2026

Stop the BONN-ACHE before it starts.

Don't let rust-streaks ruin your pristine paintwork. Our Door hinges are engineered to be as smooth as they are secure. Featuring stainless steel pins and integral grease ni***es, they ensure your doors operate effortlessly, resisting wear and deformation even under the most demanding conditions.

Beyond their smooth movement, they serve as a formidable theft-deterrent. Designed with an integrated security focus, they are fully compatible with both SV-R mirror arms and standard OEM arms.

Keep your doors secure and your lines clean. No more orange streaks, just high-performance hardware.

Check them out here: https://red-winches.com/sv-r-products/sv-r-defender/sv-r-defender-door-hinges/

Where the trail meets the farm... We are beyond excited to announce that the Stampede 2026 is heading back to the breath...
12/03/2026

Where the trail meets the farm...

We are beyond excited to announce that the Stampede 2026 is heading back to the breathtaking hills of Exmoor! A massive, heartfelt thank you to the incredible landowners, the same family behind Lamb Boxes , for their immense generosity.

Opening up a working farm for an event like this is no small feat, and we are so grateful they’ve invited us back to trail, sweat, and cheer on their private land for another year. ❤️

While you’re tackling the terrain, remember that this very soil is what produces there premium, grass-fed meat. When you buy a box, you aren’t just getting a meal; you’re supporting the family that makes the Stampede possible.

Direct from the Farm to Your Freezer:
- Elite Quality: 100% home-grown feed and zero stress.
- Traditional Craftsmanship: English slaughtered at our own facility just 5 minutes away (Non-Halal ).
- Maximum Flavor: Traditionally hung for 14 days and hand-cut by our master butchers.

11/03/2026

Last week at RED Wi******er HQ, Goldstander Mog Shop came over from the US & Netherlands to see exactly how the magic happens!

Floor and Kris are global distributors, and this visit was about bringing our Somerset expertise back home. They aren’t just selling a product; they’re delivering the confidence that comes from seeing our winches and recovery equipment in person.

It was great to have the Goldstander crew on-site!

From the workshop in Llanfair Caereinion to the world’s toughest terrains! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿Since 1984, Gwyn Lewis 4x4  has been f...
10/03/2026

From the workshop in Llanfair Caereinion to the world’s toughest terrains! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Since 1984, Gwyn Lewis 4x4 has been fueled by a passion for Land Rovers. What started with Gwyn repairing vehicles at 16 has grown into a family-run global leader in off-road engineering.

Every steering bar, suspension kit, and propshaft they sell is designed, manufactured, and rigorously tried and tested by Gwyn himself to ensure it handles whatever you throw at it.

Big News for 2026! 🔥
We are incredibly proud to announce that Gwyn Lewis 4×4 is officially sponsoring the RED Winches Stampede 2026!

Tomasz Jarecki

Why "Range" is only half the story with wireless winching. 📶Many people upgrade to wireless for the convenience of stand...
09/03/2026

Why "Range" is only half the story with wireless winching. 📶

Many people upgrade to wireless for the convenience of standing 50m away from a recovery. But in the UK's toughest conditions, weatherproofing (IP ratings) and interference-free signals are what actually matter.

We’ve updated our Winch Control guide with three new videos showing exactly how our standard pendants compare to our premium wireless kits.

What’s inside:
🔹 Why we trust Lodar for wireless reliability.
🔹 The "Plug & Play" reality of modern winch remotes.
🔹 How to ensure your control system matches your winch's power.

Engineered in the UK. Built for the world. 🇬🇧

Check it out: https://red-winches.com/winch-control-standard-pendant-wireless/

Upgrade your vehicle recovery with high-performance wireless winch controllers and rugged pendant remotes. Compatible with 12V/24V systems. Shop Red Winches for military-grade reliability and Lodar wireless technology. UK-wide delivery.

07/03/2026

Neil talks all things recovery and winch kits and breaks down how we have put together our kits, and what’s included in them.

Equip your rig with the ultimate RED Winches recovery setup and leave the “what ifs” behind!

Address

Furnham Close Ind Estate
Chard
TA201DA

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+441460297355

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From humble beginnings, RED Winches has grown into a supplier of premium performance winches and recovery equipment for the UK and rest of the world. Our modern, fully equipped production facilities are a far cry from the small wooden office in which our first off-road winch was conceived and crafted. Today, RED Winches are an established name within the commercial, off-road and motorsport industries. However, while we may have grown, we've never forgotten the values, customer focus and attention to detail that have made RED Winches the uncompromising products they are today. A Military Pedigree..... The off-road competition winches we now produce were born from a requirement received for a high performance hydraulic winch on a military vehicle. In late 2008 we were approached by Supacat in Devon to solve a problem they had with self-recovery. In essence it was the ability to winch from the front of their highly competent - and very successful - Jackal and Coyote vehicles. Designing the winches and building a winch to military specification isn’t just a case of grabbing an existing unit off the shelf. Everything has to be fit for purpose and this means precision machining and detailed, meticulous engineering design. Flexible & Reliable Off-road Winches Red Winches then created more products based on the approach used with the military – with each unit having a family "resemblance", so users will be able to recognise one and know how to use it. Our winches are designed to be used and abused but, equally, they have style and form and are at home anywhere. Designed & Manufactured in Britain Red Winches are British-built, with all components being made in-house. With design, manufacture and supply being dealt with under one roof, it means orders can be fulfilled efficiently. It also means we fully understand every element of our products.

RED Winches produce a range of premium high performance winches to cater for any situation you would find yourself in or want to install on your vehicle. These are the ultimate precision engineered winches and considered the best currently on the market.

RED WINCHES - Engineered to be Better