Bedfordshire Archives Service Catalogue
  • Reference
    X843
  • Title
    T & E NEVILLE ARCHIVE.
  • Date free text
    1884-1980
  • Production date
    From: 1884 To: 1980
  • Admin/biog history
    In 1875, Thomas and Edward Neville began working for themselves as builders, joiners and undertakers, operating from premises in Castle Street, Luton. The business boomed as they met the high demand for housing which continued throughout the remainder of the century. They expanded to other premises, also in Castle Street, in 1892. The funeral service moved to Victoria Street, under the supervision of Thomas Neville Junior, who joined the company in 1909. With the additional expertise of Stanley Henman, a foreman and joiner from Bromham, T & E Neville continued to expand. They built many of the main buildings in Luton between 1900 and 1930, including shops, banks and the public library. During the 1930s Bernard Henman led the drive into the construction of industrial buildings, and following the outbreak of war the company repaired bomb damage, constructed air raid shelters and installed blackout facilities for major manufacturers. The post war boom provided the opportunity for Neville to further capitalise on the expansion of commerce and industry, in addition to the need for new housing.In 1967 the construction of a new inner ring road in Luton meant that the premises in Castle Street were to be demolished. The whole company moved to purpose built premises at Marsh Road, Leagrave, where they remain to the present day. For a more detailed, illustrated history, see the company brochure Ref X843/4/1 and their 125th anniversary publication 'Building The Name - Neville. the Story of a Family Business 1875-2000'
  • Level of description
    fonds
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