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2 unusual facts about George Cadbury


Birmingham West Suburban Railway

In 1861, John Cadbury's sons Richard and George had taken over 'Cadbury Brothers of Birmingham,' then based in central Birmingham at Bridge Street.

Northfield Manor House

It was formerly known as Manor Farm, and under that name was home to George and Elizabeth Cadbury.



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Bournville Village Trust

Due to George Cadbury's Quaker beliefs, he set an objective to provide decent quality homes designed by architect William Alexander Harvey in a healthy environment which could be afforded by industrial workers.