John Fowler & Co. Ltd

John Fowler & Co. Ltd, High Street, Prestonpans, Lothian.

Founded c.1720 in a former whisky distillery. Registered 1865.

Acquired by Northern Breweries of Great Britain Ltd. April 1960 with 36 public houses.

Brewing ceased in March 1962.

The brewery features in The Noted Breweries of Great Britain and Ireland by Alfred Barnard published 1890.

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Entry in the Trade Mark Registry Registration No  : 76,504 Description  : Preston Cross Date of Application  : 23/5/1888 Used Prior to 1875?  : 38 years Registration No  : 83,967 Description  : Words "Prestonpans Beer Date of Application  : 19/12/1888 Used Prior to 1875?  : 37 years