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Whitbreads: A Taste of History and Innovation Step into the world of Whitbreads, where history meets innovation in every sip

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: And here is the dog caravan, made by Mr. C. Tumbridge, of Chamberlayne Road, Kensal Rise

And here is the dog caravan, made by Mr. C. Tumbridge, of Chamberlayne Road, Kensal Rise, London, NW10. Mr. C. Tumbridge is taking his dog Prince, 7 years old, for a doggie caravan ride

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Oasthouses at Whitbreads Hop Gardens, Paddock Wood, Kent

Oasthouses at Whitbreads Hop Gardens, Paddock Wood, Kent. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Advert for Whitbread's Pale Ale

Advert for Whitbread's Pale Ale
An advert for Whitbread's Pale Ale, featuring rowers and referencing the Henley Regatta, which would have been held in the week this issue was published

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Whitbread's Oatmeal Stout

Whitbread's Oatmeal Stout

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Advertisements for beer and port, Holborn Underground Tram Station, London, 1931

Advertisements for beer and port, Holborn Underground Tram Station, London, 1931. Advertising posters on the south-bound platform at Holborn Underground Tram Station

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Dedication to London Publicans, London, c1800

Dedication to London Publicans, London, c1800
Sir John Barleycorn - Miss Hop...; c1800. Scene showing a stout man crowned with barley and poppies and bound in a sheaf of barley, sitting on the grass, smoking a long pipe

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: East end of Whitbreads Brewery, Chiswell Street, Islington, London, c1792. Artist

East end of Whitbreads Brewery, Chiswell Street, Islington, London, c1792. Artist
East end of Whitbreads Brewery, Chiswell Street, Islington, London, c1792. Scene in the cobbled courtyard of Whitbreads brewery as workers load barrels of beer onto carts pulled by shire horses

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Blitz in London -- Duke Street, Strand, WW2

Blitz in London -- Duke Street, Strand, WW2
Blitz in London -- fire crews at work with hosepipes in Duke Street, off the Strand, 17 April 1941. Date: 1941

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Advertisement For Whitbreads Pale Ale. From The London Illustrated News, Christmas Number, 1933

Advertisement For Whitbreads Pale Ale. From The London Illustrated News, Christmas Number, 1933

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Oast House - Hop Gardens, Paddock Wood, Kent

Oast House - Hop Gardens, Paddock Wood, Kent
Oast House - Hop Gardens, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, near Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. For Whitbreads Brewery Date: 1920s

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Whitbreads hop farm in Belting, Kent. People cueing up at the onsite milk bar

Whitbreads hop farm in Belting, Kent. People cueing up at the onsite milk bar. 1938

Background imageWhitbreads Collection: Blitz in London -- Duke Street, Strand, WW2

Blitz in London -- Duke Street, Strand, WW2
Blitz in London -- fire crews at work with hosepipes in Duke Street, off the Strand, 17 April 1941



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Whitbreads: A Taste of History and Innovation Step into the world of Whitbreads, where history meets innovation in every sip. Nestled amidst the picturesque Oasthouses at Whitbreads Hop Gardens in Paddock Wood, Kent, lies a legacy that has stood the test of time. From their iconic Pale Ale to the rich and velvety Oatmeal Stout, Whitbread's brews have delighted beer enthusiasts for generations. An advert showcasing their Pale Ale captures the essence of this beloved beverage - crisp, refreshing, and brimming with flavor. But it wasn't just about brewing exceptional beers; Whitbread's presence extended far beyond their hop gardens. In London during World War II, Duke Street witnessed a blitz that ravaged the cityscape. Yet even amidst chaos and destruction, advertisements for Whitbread's beer and port adorned Holborn Underground Tram Station in 1931 - a testament to resilience and unwavering spirit. The dedication to London Publicans around 1800 speaks volumes about Whitbread's commitment to serving communities. Their breweries became pillars of neighborhoods like Chiswell Street in Islington, East end - bustling hubs where locals gathered to share stories over pints brewed with passion. Innovation was also part of Whitbread's DNA. The dog caravan crafted by Mr. C. Tumbridge from Chamberlayne Road showcased their ability to think outside the box while keeping tradition close at heart. This whimsical creation captured imaginations as it rolled through Kensal Rise – an embodiment of both craftsmanship and creativity. As time marched on, an advertisement from The London Illustrated News Christmas Number in 1933 celebrated yet another year filled with joyous moments shared over glasses raised high with Whitbread's Pale Ale. Whitbreads' story is one woven intricately into British culture – a tale spanning centuries marked by resilience during wartime adversity and dedication towards crafting exceptional brews that bring people together. So, raise a glass and toast to Whitbreads.