Manchester and Salford, two cities whose heritage is intricately entwined, are noted for their industrial history, and this book looks at their thriving brewing industry. The reader is taken on a journey of its development from the late eighteenth century to the present day. Key brewers in the locality, including Boddingtons, Wilsons, Joseph Holt, Groves & Whitnall and Threlfalls Chesters, are featured. This book also tells the story of the decline of the brewing industry in the region during the twentieth century, including the much-publicised takeover of Boddingtons and the closure of Strangeways Brewery, and the subsequent revival in the form of newly emerging microbreweries. Deborah Woodman documents the region's brewing history through a fascinating selection of rare images and informative text.

About the Author
Dr Deborah Woodman is a Research Development Officer at the University of Salford. Her research is focused around the history of the North West; the role of drink in society; commerce and trade; and popular politics of the nineteenth century. She has taught history at the Universities of Huddersfield, Salford and Manchester Metropolitan University.

Reviews
'The book should give the reader sufficient thirst to visit this great pub and enjoy its beers while also drinking in a bit of history as the city still proudly has Holt's, JW Lees and Robinson's producing beers worthy of exploration.' -- Beer Insider, September 2024



Book Information
ISBN 9781398113312
Author Deborah Woodman
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Amberley Publishing
Publisher Amberley Publishing
Weight(grams) 306g