Atkins Brothers (Hosiery) Ltd

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  • Wearing apparel & footwear production Hosiery & knitwear production

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Traced origins to 1722 when established by Robert Atkins as a framework knitting business. From mid 19th century known as Atkins Brothers when making hosiery and knitwear. 1929 incorporated as Atkins Brothers (Hinckley) Ltd. Expanded rapidly in the early 20th century under leadership of Ernest C Atkins. Converted to public company 1950 as Atkins Brothers (Hosiery) Ltd. Latterly made stockings, underwear, outerwear, etc, and had branch factories in the Hinckley area

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