People

Learn about the different roles at Newman Brothers
and the stories of the many people who shaped
life at the factory for over 100 years.

Over the 100 years that Newman Brothers were in business, it was the people working at the factory, from shop floor to managing director, who shaped the company and the stories we remember today. The period saw huge social and political change, all of which affected how the business ran, and every step of the way it was the actions of the Newman Brothers’ staff that influenced the course of the company, from strikes, to sabotage to a story of survival.

In this section, you can learn about some of the key characters at Newman Brothers and their experiences, of working at the company, often told in their own words.

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Shroud Sample Book

Mr Salt’s Expenses (Westbrook Hotel)

Mr Salt’s Expenses (Westbrook Hotel)

Featured Story: The Travelling Salesmen

Featured Story: The Travelling Salesmen

Booklet

Booklet