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A label from a bottle of Nicholsons' Brown Ale
Nicholson's was a small brewery operating from 1840 to 1960 in Maidenhead, England.
History
The brewery was founded in 1840 by William Nicholson (1820–1916[1]),[2] son of successful businessman Robert Nicholson. The brewery was based in the centre of town with an extensive frontage on the High Street.[1]
At their peak in the 1900s, Nicholson's possessed 150 tied pubs.
Courage purchase
Nicholson's was bought out first by Simonds Brewery and then by the Reading-based Courage brewery in 1959,[2] and closed in 1960. It was demolished in 1962.[3] The Nicholson's Centre shopping complex now stands on the site, covering the 400 ft deep artesian well that provided the brewery with its water.
Pubs
The Nicholson's brand is now used for some pubs run by Mitchells & Butlers.[4]
References
- ^ a b Helyer, Allison. "Local Historical Figures". www3.rbwm.gov.uk. Retrieved 9 June 2017.
- ^ a b Richmond, Lesley; Turton, Alison (1990). The Brewing Industry: A Guide to Historical Records. Manchester University Press. p. 250. ISBN 9780719030321.
- ^ Kupfermann, Elias; Dixon-Smith, Carol (5 November 2014). Maidenhead Through Time. Amberley Publishing Limited. p. 125. ISBN 9781445638539.
- ^ "New Christmas Beer exclusively for Mitchells & Butlers outlets | Adnams Southwold". adnams.co.uk. Retrieved 9 June 2017.