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Herbert Warehouse, Kimberley Warehouse, Phillpotts Warehouse, and T. Robinson black plaque

Commemorative plaque
Herbert Warehouse, Kimberley Warehouse, Phillpotts Warehouse, and T. Robinson black plaque
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This black commemorative plaque records: Herbert, Kimberley & Phillpotts Warehouses Dating from 1846 these three warehouses were built to accommodate the growth in grain imports following the repeal of the corn laws the same year. Phillpotts and Kimberley are named after the corn merchants who used them. Herbert was occupied by T. Robinson & Co., but named after its owner, a local solicitor. Recorded plaque organisation: Port of Gloucester.
These warehouses, dating from 1846, reflect the economic impact of the repeal of the Corn Laws in Britain and were key structures for grain storage and trade, with each named after either their owners or the merchants who used them, highlighting the commercial activities centered around the grain market during that period.

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