Commemorative plaque 42484

This blue commemorative plaque records: Warminster Maltings. C18th origin, rebuilt for Morgans 1879. Later run by Dr E. S. Beaven, pioneer barley breeder and maltster. Recorded plaque organisation: Warminster Civic Trust, Warminster Town Council.

Warminster Maltings, originally from the 18th century and rebuilt in 1879 for Morgans, was later managed by Dr. E.S. Beaven, a pioneer in barley breeding and malting techniques, significantly contributing to agricultural science and brewing industry advancements.