| Administrative History | Frederick George Sanderson (b1837), purchased the business of Charles Andrews in January 1884 on Midland Road, Derby. He had previously been a coachbuilder in London and Dublin. His sons William Edwin (1862-1942) and Frederick George (1863-?1922) joined him in the business, William being a partner. This partnership was dissolved in 1905 leaving William Edwin Sanderson responsible for the business. Two of his sons, William George (b1887) and Henry Tempest (1888-1970), and his nephew, Frederick, known as William Barre (1887-1949), also joined their fathers in the business, which continued at Midland Road until the purchase of Holmes & Co. in 1923.
From its establishment until at least 1900, the firm exhibited their products at the Derbyshire Agricultural and Horticultural Society annual shows. An 1894 advert describes the range of products and services available: F. Sanderson & Sons, Practical Coach Builders, Midland Road, Derby. Large stock of Carriages, including Landaus, Broughams, Victorias, Dog Carts, Pony Traps, Phaetons, and other carriages. Guaranteed of Best Materials and Workmanship. Large stock of second-hand vehicles. Orders & Repairs executed with punctuality. Estimates free." (Source: The Derbyshire Advertiser and Journal, 7 Jul 1894). |