JOHN BROWN

So how have we managed for over more than 50 years to successfully thrive and to become an established and respected name in Nailsea and the surrounding areas? It was way back in September 1957 that John Brown, together with his late wife Alice, bravely ventured forth into the world of retailing. With very little capital, and despite the prejudice against new businesses which was around at that time, they opened up their shop in what was then the small embryo of Nailsea. A very firm family foundation underpins this shop as John and his father Charles, a local builder based in Tickenham actually built the premises themselves.

So built and run by a family! During the 1960’s Nailsea found itself rapidly developing and expanding and as Nailsea’s popularity grew so did John’s business and the range of goods soon expanded from ironmongery into DIY, general householdware, garden equipment and cookware. Being a family business, with a strong emphasis on civility and service they soon built up a reputation not only for a wide range of goods and fair prices, but also for an outstanding service to customers, something which continues today.

It is indeed a remarkable and truly unique business which will find its place in Nailsea’s Heritage as a true and inspiring Legend! We remain as committed to our customers and our reputation as ever; we are enthusiastic and passionate about our service as well as about the goods we sell; and now we aim to bring the wealth of our experience and our ethos that holds fast to the solid values and principles on which our success and reputation rest, to you our on-line customer. We welcome you as a unique and valuable visitor to our on-line store and hope that your shopping experience with us will turn you into a regular customer.