What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Joshua Tetley (1778-1859) In 1822 Joshua Tetley bought William Sykes' brewery business which had stood here since 1792. Joshua's enterprise and fine quality ales created a reputation which for over 150 years has made the name 'Tetleys' synonymous with the City of Leeds. Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.
Joshua Tetley was a prominent brewer who acquired and expanded William Sykes' brewery in Leeds, establishing Tetleys as a leading ale brand and symbol of Leeds for over a century and a half.
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