22-24 High Street

This property was researched by John Thurston

First known reference occurs in 1823/4 when William Markwell Dawson, a tailor and draper is mentioned in Pigots Directory. He remains until c.1876. In 1881 William Timson Wood, also a tailor, is in occupation. Having expanded the business to include No 24 in 1898, the family business remains until 1929. 

In 1930 “Jons”, Gown and Blouse Specialists, have taken over and are trading until 1949/50.From 1952 Milletts Stores (St Pauls) Ltd, outfitters are the new owners and are in business until 1976. 

Latterly “Clued Up Clothing” and “Beauty of Ashes”, Clothing and Beauty Salon were trading in 2008 while Adana Turkish Grill are in current occupation as of 2023.

Summary of Occupiers

1823/4 – 1876: William Markwell Dawson, Woollen Draper and Tailor

1881 – 1929: William Timson Wood, Tailor,Breeches Maker, Uniforms, Liveries,Hunting Coats etc

1930 – 1949/50: “Jons”/Jons Ltd, Gown and Blouse Specialists

1952 – 1976: Milletts Stores, Outfitters

2008: “Clued Up Clothing” and “Beauty of Ashes”, Clothing and Beauty Salon

2023: Adana Turkish Grill, Restaurant

See here for a more detailed list of owners and occupiers of 22-24 High Street