Pruden and Smith are established goldsmiths, silversmiths and makers of bespoke handmade jewellery in Ditchling, East Sussex . Anton Prudens grandfather Dunstan Pruden was the silversmith in the Eric Gill-founded Guild of St. Joseph & Dominic on Ditchling common, and though this was a completely new business venture, Pruden & Smith inherited a number of crucial aspects of this legacy. The Pruden and Smith workshop and gallery on Ditchling crossroads is a focal point for the village as it is located on the crossroads in the centre of the village. The building was formally Ditchling Press (of the Guild of St. Joseph & Dominic) and was purchased by Anton & Rebecca in 2007. More information about the Guild can be seen at the excellent Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft. The village hosts many creative links which make it an interesting place to visit.
As a community several businesses in the village are now involved with a campaign called ‘Visit Ditchling’. This is basically a way of attracting more people into the village and promoting the special events that are often happening. The associated businesses for Visit Ditchling are: Ditchling Museum of Art and Craft, Ridgeview wine, Stoneywish, Oldland mill, The mac’s farm, The Bull, The white horse, Ditchling tea rooms, and of course Pruden and Smith. Also we are looking to promote the general surroundings such as the famous Beacon which keen cyclists and ramblers love. Furthermore we’re promoting this area of the country and the great activities it has to offer! So, Visit Ditchling and visit us here at Pruden and Smith.