J. R. Goldthorpe Plaque - High Street, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Dragontree
N 52° 05.217 W 000° 15.747
30U E 687552 N 5774245
Quick Description: This historical plaque details the J. R. Goldthorpe ironmongery.
Location: Eastern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 11/1/2009 6:12:45 AM
Waymark Code: WM7JJ8
Published By: Groundspeak Premium Member Brentorboxer
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Long Description:
J. R. Goldthorpe is still trading here in Biggleswade and the shop has a plaque in its honour:

'J. R. Goldthorpe
William Goldthorpe was trading here as an ironmonger by 1869. His son John Richard carried on the business in these premises up to 1970. This is the longest established business currently operating in this town.

Biggleswade Town Council
Mid Beds District Council
Biggleswade History Society'

The plaque is part of the heritage trail started in 2003.

Type of Historic Marker: Historical Plaque

Historical Marker Issuing Authority: Local Authorities as above

Age/Event Date: 01/01/1869

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