Copper in Brakspear's Brewery, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

Photograph taken October 2000 © Historic England Archive ref: aa024782

Now famous for its regatta, Henley was at one time renowned for its malthouses and breweries. The Brakspear brewery was founded in 1779 and moved into New Street in 1812. The copper is a vat in which malted barley and hops are boiled together during the brewing process.

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Oxfordshire Henley on Thames

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2000s (2000 - 2009)

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Pictured is a selection of the produce brewed by, or under licence, for the Ushers Brewery. The brewery was established in 1824 and built a considerable reputation, especially in the South West of England and South Wales. Their well known 'Best Bitter' and 'Founders Strong Ale' are among those shown.

Copper in Brakspear's Brewery, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

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