Our story starts way back in 1886, when a man named Charles Taylor and his two sons set up a tea and coffee company. Back then, the old water networks meant the taste of tap water could vary from street to street – but by buying the best and creating bespoke blends to suit each customer’s water supply, C. E. Taylors & Sons became known for quality. Before long they picked up a national award, winning a gold medal at the London Grocery Exhibition in 1896.

Charles Taylor set up tea and coffee kiosks in towns around Yorkshire, and a flagship store in Harrogate. Known across the region as a destination for tea lovers, it’s still open today as the home of our sister company, Bettys. Meanwhile, we keep the Taylors tradition alive in our factory and offices across the other side of town.