Monument record MDO20205 - The New Brewery, Gundry Lane, Bridport
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Summary
The New Brewery was located on Gundry Lane, Bridport. It was built in 1811 and brewing continued until 1867 when production was transferred to Bridport Old Brewery. The New Brewery remained in use only for malting and storage. In 1881 it was converted into a bonded warehouse.
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Full Description
The New Brewery was located on Gundry Lane, Bridport. It was built by Thomas Rose in 1811 and he ran it until becoming bankrupt in 1817. It was taken over in 1818 by John Cole, later in partnership with Thomas Legg from 1836. In 1867 Thomas Legg purchased Bridport Old Brewery and transferred production there. The New Brewery remained in use only for malting and storage. In 1881 it was converted into a bonded warehouse. (1)
The malthouse and the bonded warehouse are still extant.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO10562 Monograph: Sims, R. 2007. Malthouses and Breweries of Bridport.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 46447 92740 (50m by 45m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY49SE |
| Civil Parish | Bridport; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 016 228
Record last edited
Feb 4 2009 12:18PM