Ashford Elizabeth 30″ Spinning Wheel – Premium Saxony Spinning Wheel
The Ashford Elizabeth 30″ spinning wheel is a premium Saxony-style wheel designed to provide an exceptionally smooth spinning experience. With its impressive 76 cm (30″) wheel and solid beech hardwood construction, it combines classic elegance with outstanding performance.
This wheel is renowned for its incredibly smooth rotation thanks to its ball bearing mounted wheel, allowing the wheel to spin effortlessly and maintain excellent momentum. The large wheel diameter provides stable inertia, making spinning comfortable and consistent even during long spinning sessions.
The Elizabeth 30″ represents one of the most refined spinning wheels in the Ashford range. Its traditional Saxony design, lacquered finish, and precision engineering make it a favourite among spinners looking for both beauty and performance.
This model is produced as a special production run for 2026 and is available by pre-order only through Ashford dealers.
Quick overview
• Premium Saxony-style spinning wheel by Ashford
• Large 76 cm (30″) wheel for smooth and stable spinning
• Mounted on ball bearings for extremely smooth rotation
• Operates with double drive or Scotch tension
• Available with single treadle or double treadle
• Limited 2026 production – pre-order only
Detailed description
The Elizabeth 30″ spinning wheel is a luxurious interpretation of the traditional Saxony wheel. Its large 76 cm wheel provides excellent inertia, allowing the wheel to spin smoothly and maintain a steady rhythm.
Constructed from solid beech hardwood, the wheel offers both durability and stability. The lacquered finish enhances the natural beauty of the wood while providing long-lasting protection.
One of the most notable features of this wheel is its ball bearing mounted wheel, which creates exceptionally smooth rotation. This reduces treadling effort and allows the wheel to keep spinning for a long time with minimal resistance.
The wheel can operate in double drive or Scotch tension, offering great flexibility for different spinning styles and fibre types.
The adjustable maiden bar ensures perfect flyer alignment and allows precise tension adjustment.
The result is a spinning wheel that is stable, efficient and extremely pleasant to spin on.
What you will appreciate
• exceptionally smooth rotation thanks to ball bearings
• large wheel providing stable spinning momentum
• flexibility of double drive and Scotch tension systems
• precise and reliable mechanics
• elegant and timeless Saxony design
Recommended uses
Spinning
• smooth and consistent spinning
• ideal for fine to medium yarns
• comfortable for long spinning sessions
Experienced spinners
• precise tension control
• adaptable to various fibre types
• suitable for regular yarn production
Technical information
The Elizabeth spinning wheel supports multiple spinning configurations thanks to its adjustable tension systems.
Double drive
• smooth and balanced spinning
• excellent for fine and consistent yarns
Scotch tension
• precise bobbin tension control
• adaptable to a wide variety of spinning styles
The 76 cm wheel diameter provides excellent inertia, helping maintain a consistent spinning rhythm.
Technical specifications
Product type: Spinning wheel
Model: Elizabeth 30″
Brand: Ashford
Style: Saxony
Wood: solid beech hardwood
Finish: lacquered
Wheel diameter: 76 cm (30″)
Orifice: 1 cm
Tension systems:
• double drive
• Scotch tension
Ratios:
• 10.5 : 1
• 13.5 : 1
• 18 : 1
• 22 : 1 (bobbin lead)
Bobbin capacity: approx. 100 g (3–4 oz)
Available options:
• single treadle
• double treadle
Assembly required.
Included accessories
• 4 lacquered double-drive bobbins
• tensioned Lazy Kate
• threading hook
• Learn to Spin booklet
• bottle of oil
Pre-order information
This spinning wheel is part of a special Ashford production run for 2026.
Available by pre-order only.
Pre-order deadline: May 31, 2026
Estimated delivery: early August 2026
Care
• oil moving parts regularly
• keep the wheel in a dry environment
• clean wood surfaces with a soft cloth