Benson & Hedges Ltd
Other Business Names:
- Benson, Richard
- Hedges, William
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- London, Greater London, Greater London, Greater London, England
Sectors:
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Food & tobacco processing
Tobacco products manufacture
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Distribution - retailing
Tobacco products retailing
Notes:
Established 1873 by Richard Benson and William Hedges to make and retail cigarettes. Early 20th century opened branches in USA and Canada which subsequently became independent. Royal warrant holders from 1878. Acquired by Gallahers 1955. Brand continues, now owned by Japan Tobacco
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Other Business Names:
- Benson, Richard
- Hedges, William
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- London, Greater London, Greater London, Greater London, England
Sectors:
- Food & tobacco processing Tobacco products manufacture
- Distribution - retailing Tobacco products retailing