Bloodworths

Newmans Hardware Store was founded in 1909 and was bought by the Crawford family in 1980. When the Crawfords took over the store it had not changed in style for generations and the stock was stored in wooden boxes on shelves behind the counter. Over the years it has been extended and refurbished, the shop now being over four times its original size. Although modern in layout it still carries a large range of products which are unavailable in some of the superstores. It stocks hardware, DIY Tools & materials, household goods & cleaning products, cookware, electrical accessories, lightbulbs & batteries, gardening products and pest control.

In 1998 it was decided to amalgamate Bloodworths and Newmans on the same site, keeping the timeless traditions of friendly service and advice.

Bloodworths is believed to be the UK's oldest pet store, founded in 1842 by James Bloodworth.