Fred Winter – enterprise and legacy

Today I'd like to welcome guest blogger Jann Tracy, author of Marie Corelli: Shakespeare's Champion back to the site. She is going to tell us about local businessman and entrepreneur, Fred Winter. *** In June 1858 Frederick Winter opened his first store in Stratford-upon-Avon, at 17 & 18 High Street. Twenty-three years later, Frederick and... Continue Reading →

Ale Testing – an honourable occupation

Hello, and a very Happy 2020! I thought I'd start the new year with a guest post (below), from author Jann Tracy. It's particularly appropriate if any of you are suffering from last night's revels. Enjoy! The earliest records of brewing have been found in Egypt, about 2000 BC, so when John Shakespeare, a glover... Continue Reading →

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