Company name: George Binns
Dates in business: 1811-1836

Type of business: drapers

Type of company: Sole trader

Locations:

• Sunderland, England

Management of company

George Binns was helped in the shop by his eldest son, Henry, and also, between 1817 and 1824, by his nephew, David Binns.

Company history

In 1811, George Binns acquired a small linen and woollen drapery shop at 176 High Street, Bishop's Wearmouth, Sunderland, England. In 1836, George died and was succeeded by his son, Henry. The shop thereafter traded as Henry Binns.

Access points: Drapers - Retail trade