Event Info
Where
Kelham Island Museum
How to Book
Free, donations welcome
Booking recommended
Join Christopher Jewitt, owner of Footprint Tools to hear about the company's history.
Christopher will trace the history of the company from its founding in 1888 through to present day, covering the ups and downs of a traditional manufacturing business. He’ll explain how the company has adapted to an ever-changing marketplace, embraced new technologies and survived the turmoil of financial crises, pandemics and political leadership.
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