From Taunton, Somerset (where I was born), Ronald set up my first bass when I was 17 though I never tried one of his basses.
I'm not sure if He is still alive so if anyone knows anything or owns a bass by this maker I'd love to hear about it.
A couple of examples:
http://www.contrabass.co.uk/2715.htm
http://www.gallerystrings.com/instruments/