Horniman, W H & F J, & Co
Other Business Names:
- Horniman, John
- Horniman, Frederick J
- Lyons, J, & Co Ltd
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- London, Greater London, Greater London, Greater London, England
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Beverage production
Tea & coffee processing
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Established in 1826 by John Horniman, 1803-93, tea merchant, who is believed to be the first to pack tea mechanically. Joined by his sons c1849 including Frederick J Horniman, 1835-1906. Became a major tea business. Incorporated 1889 as W H & F J Horniman & Co Ltd. 1918 a controlling interest acquired by J Lyons & Co Ltd. Frederick Horniman noted as a collector and founder of Horiman Museum
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Other Business Names:
- Horniman, John
- Horniman, Frederick J
- Lyons, J, & Co Ltd
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- London, Greater London, Greater London, Greater London, England
Sectors:
- Beverage production Tea & coffee processing