Hedges, Wells & Company Records

Scope and Content

Records of Hedges, Wells & Company relating to its amalgamation with Lloyds Bank, including amalgamation agreements.

Administrative / Biographical History

This private bank was founded in 1797 in Wallingford, as Wells, Allnatt, Wells & Wells. It was also known as the Wallingford Bank. In 1858 the business was renamed Hedges, Wells & Co. following partnership changes. It was taken over by Lloyds in 1905.

Access Information

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