Sutton Seeds Day School
with Dr Margaret Simons
Sutton Seeds was one of Reading’s “4Bs” of biscuits, beer, bulbs and bricks fame. The company, started by John Sutton in 1806 on the King’s Road soon became synonymous with Reading. Buildings filled the a large part of the town centre, dominating the area. From the Forbury in the north to the King’s Road in the south and from Market Place in the west to almost the Abbey ruins in the east. Our aim is to explore the origins of the company. We will get to know those who were responsible for its subsequent success and why after more than 170 years in the town the business moved to Torquay.
To help us add context to the day, there will be a short walk after lunch. This will allow to explore the area covered by company buildings before its move to the trial grounds in 1962.
As numbers are limited for this day school, pre-booking is required.
10am - 4pm
About Berkshire Family History Society
This day school is organised by Berkshire Family History Society, a registered charity, number 283010.
