George Williamson

George Williamson, Mollington, Cheshire

The brewery at Mollington was started in 1866 by Henry Knight from Blackford. He was followed by Edwin Parkes, first in partnership with Henry Capper Woolwich until 1876, then on his own until declared bankrupt in 1881.

George Williamson was listed as a brewer at his pub in Milton Street, Chester between 1841 and 1850. He then brewed at the Nags Head, Bridge Trafford, Cheshire. His son, a second George Williamson, took over in about 1873, and in May 1882, established his brewing business at Mollington.

The buildings were demolished in the 1960s and the site is now occupied by a house.

listed in 1888.

Sold by auction 11th May 1912, to Thomas Crump of Chester.

Sometimes listed under Bridge Trafford, hence probably the Nag’s Head, which was also run by Williamson.