F. Sanderson and Sons (of Derby)
of Midland Road, Derby
Frederick George Sanderson (b.1837) was a coachbuilder in London and Dublin.
1884 He purchased the business of Charles Andrews on Midland Road, Derby.
His sons William Edwin Sanderson (1862-1942) and Frederick George (1863-c.1922) joined him in the business. William became a partner.
From its establishment until at least 1900, the firm exhibited their products at the Derbyshire Agricultural and Horticultural Society annual shows. An 1894 advert describes the range of products and services available: F. Sanderson & Sons, Practical Coach Builders, Midland Road, Derby. Large stock of Carriages, including Landaus, Broughams, Victorias, Dog Carts, Pony Traps, Phaetons, and other carriages. Guaranteed of Best Materials and Workmanship. Large stock of second-hand vehicles. Orders & Repairs executed with punctuality. Estimates free." [1].
1905 The partnership was dissolved leaving William responsible for the business.
Two of William’s sons, William George (b1887) and Henry Tempest (1888-1970), and his nephew, Frederick, known as William Barre (1887-1949), also joined their father in the business, which continued at Midland Road until the purchase of Holmes and Co. in 1923.
1923 Formation of Sanderson and Holmes
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Sources of Information
- ↑ The Derbyshire Advertiser and Journal, 7 Jul 1894