Downtown is proud to be part of a retail heritage that dates back to 1804. Founded by Mr. John Oldrid and Mr. Richard Hyde, the business began as a small retailer specialising in drapery, mercery, hosiery, haberdashery, and even funeral services.
In 1831, John Oldrid took over full management of the business, leading it until 1905. Mr. Sydney Smith then managed the company from 1906 to 1915, at which point the Isaac family became the owners—a stewardship that continues to this day.
Under the Isaac family's leadership, the business evolved and expanded. In 1981, Downtown Boston opened as one of the UK's first out-of-town retail stores, followed by Downtown Grantham in 1989, establishing the brand as a cornerstone of the regional retail landscape. Subsequent developments included a state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in 1997 and a major Garden Centre in 2000, further solidifying Downtown Grantham as a key destination for shoppers.
Today, under the leadership of our Managing Director, Peter Isaac, Downtown continues to innovate and grow. With ambitious plans such as the upcoming Downtown Grantham Designer Outlet, we're excited to continue serving Lincolnshire and the surrounding region.
Learn more about our journey and future vision at www.downtowngranthamdesigneroutlet.com.
Company Details
- Employees
- 338
- Founded
- -
- Address
- Gonerby Moor, Grantham,lincolnshire Ng32 2ab,united Kingdom
- Phone
- (120) 536-1251
- Industry
- Retail
- NAICS
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Retail TradeMotor Vehicle and Parts DealersSporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, and Book StoresGeneral Merchandise StoresMiscellaneous Store RetailersNonstore RetailersProfessional and Commercial Equipment and Supplies Merchant WholesalersMiscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant WholesalersMiscellaneous Nondurable Goods Merchant WholesalersOther Motor Vehicle DealersAutomotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire StoresSporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument StoresDepartment StoresGeneral Merchandise Stores, including Warehouse Clubs and SupercentersOther Miscellaneous Store RetailersVending Machine OperatorsDirect Selling EstablishmentsRecreational Vehicle DealersMotorcycle, Boat, and Other Motor Vehicle DealersAutomotive Parts and Accessories StoresTire DealersSporting Goods StoresHobby, Toy, and Game StoresSewing, Needlework, and Piece Goods StoresPet and Pet Supplies StoresArt DealersManufactured (Mobile) Home DealersAll Other Miscellaneous Store RetailersFuel DealersOther Direct Selling EstablishmentsBoat DealersMotorcycle, ATV, and All Other Motor Vehicle DealersMusical Instrument and Supplies StoresWarehouse Clubs and SupercentersAll Other General Merchandise StoresTobacco StoresAll Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers (except Tobacco Stores)
- Website
- oldrids.co.uk
- HQ
- Grantham, Lincolnshire
Downtown Questions
Downtown's helpline number is (120) 536-1251
Downtown's website is oldrids.co.uk
Downtown's LinkedIn profile is https://uk.linkedin.com/company/oldrids
Downtown has
338 employees.
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employees at Downtown.
Downtown's industry is
Retail
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Downtown's categories are Retail
Downtown's founding year is 1804
