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

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