The Barford Brothers' Dye and Bleach Works, North Street, Luton: Historic Building Report
Author(s): Katie Graham
The Barford Brothers' dye and bleach works was founded in 1894 by Gilbert and Ernest Barford and dyed items for the local hat industry. The building underwent a series of major developments in the early 20th century and remains in use as a dye works today - the last of its kind in the UK. Permission has been granted for the demolition and renovation of a substantial area of the site and work will begin shortly.
- Report Number:
- 93/2010
- Series:
- Research Department Reports
- Pages:
- 35
- Keywords:
- Modern Building Investigation