The Tailor of Taste
First arriving in Britain in 1900 after emigrating from his native home in Lithuania, Sir Montague Burton set up shop in Chesterfield selling suits, and continued to build an empire we still see on our high streets today.
Well established by the 1920s, the factory on Hudson Road, Leeds was often host to numerous luminaries from all over the world. Amongst those touring the factory over the years and trying their hand at the daily jobs were the South African Farmers Union, the Archduke Robert of Austria, John Winart the American Ambassador, King Peter of Yugoslavia and the Australian Cricket Team
Sir Montague Burton was not only renowned for his suits, but also for his approach to the welfare of his employees. His factories had their own doctors and dentists, sun rooms and break rooms, as well as canteens providing meals such as fish and chips. His concern also extended outside of work as field days, competitions, staff outings and parties were often organised.
Amongst those touring the factory over the years and trying their hand at the daily jobs were the South African Farmers Union, the Archduke Robert of Austria, John Winart the American Ambassador, King Peter of Yugoslavia and the Australian Cricket Team
In letters written by school children following a visit, something they all commented on was how happy the workers were, how well they were treated, and how they themselves would love to work for Burtons when they were older.
The collection spans from 1896 – 1985 and includes specific information for different branches, photos, advertising, training and trade unions, stocks and valuations and business records of not only Burton but also other companies
Vote for the Burton Group Limited Collection today!
Did you or a relative work for Burton’s? Were you one of the lucky children who attended their Christmas parties? Leave us your memories here!
First arriving in Britain in 1900 after emigrating from his native home in Lithuania, Sir Montague Burton set up shop in Chesterfield selling suits, and continued to build an empire we still see on our high streets today.
Well established by the 1920s, the factory on Hudson Road, Leeds was often host to numerous luminaries from all over the world. Amongst those touring the factory over the years and trying their hand at the daily jobs were the South African Farmers Union, the Archduke Robert of Austria, John Winart the American Ambassador, King Peter of Yugoslavia and the Australian Cricket Team
Sir Montague Burton was not only renowned for his suits, but also for his approach to the welfare of his employees. His factories had their own doctors and dentists, sun rooms and break rooms, as well as canteens providing meals such as fish and chips. His concern also extended outside of work as field days, competitions, staff outings and parties were often organised.
Amongst those touring the factory over the years and trying their hand at the daily jobs were the South African Farmers Union, the Archduke Robert of Austria, John Winart the American Ambassador, King Peter of Yugoslavia and the Australian Cricket Team
In letters written by school children following a visit, something they all commented on was how happy the workers were, how well they were treated, and how they themselves would love to work for Burtons when they were older.
The collection spans from 1896 – 1985 and includes specific information for different branches, photos, advertising, training and trade unions, stocks and valuations and business records of not only Burton but also other companies
Vote for the Burton Group Limited Collection today!
Did you or a relative work for Burton’s? Were you one of the lucky children who attended their Christmas parties? Leave us your memories here!