TODAY’S Nostalgia spread will conjure vivid memories for employees of a leading Colchester business.
Former toothpaste tube manufacturer Betts was once one of the town’s biggest employers and had its headquarters in Ipswich Road.
Its factory, since demolished and replaced with houses, opened in 1953 and remained a key part of Colchester life until relocating to smaller premises off Severalls Lane in 2008.
Hive of activity - workers are busy in the Betts factory
Cyril Elmes is one of those with fond recollections, having worked for the company for more than three decades.
The 82-year-old kindly sent us the pictures on this spread.