What is recorded here
This grey commemorative plaque records: Co-operative Society Shop The town's first "Co-op" opened here in 1879. By 1899, growth in the business necessitated a move to a larger premises The new shop buildings in Smallgate were designed by Beccles architect, Arthur Pells Recorded plaque organisation: The Beccles Society.
Arthur Pells was a local architect who designed the new Co-op shop buildings in Smallgate, Beccles, reflecting the growth and importance of cooperative businesses in late 19th century England.
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