Bedford, John
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- Bridgend, Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan, Wales, Wales
- Newport, Newport, Gwent, Wales, Wales
Sectors:
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Basic metals production
Iron, steel & related alloys production
Notes:
John Bedford, c1720-91, ironmaster, in late 1760s established a forge at Rogerstone, Newport. In early 1770s built ironworks at Cefn Cribwn, near Bridgend, supported by a colliery and brickworks. Business sold by his family on his death
Publications:
- John Bedford and the Ironworks at Cefn Cribwr by Riden, Philip
Groups:
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- Bridgend, Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan, Wales, Wales
- Newport, Newport, Gwent, Wales, Wales
Sectors:
- Basic metals production Iron, steel & related alloys production
Notes:
John Bedford, c1720-91, ironmaster, in late 1760s established a forge at Rogerstone, Newport. In early 1770s built ironworks at Cefn Cribwn, near Bridgend, supported by a colliery and brickworks. Business sold by his family on his deathPublications:
- John Bedford and the Ironworks at Cefn Cribwr by Riden, Philip