The story
Founded by Nathaniel Corah in 1815.1
Private company
N. Corah & Sons
English manufacturer of hosiery and textiles
N. Corah and Sons was a textile manufacturer of hosiery and clothing located in Leicester, England. At one time it was the largest knitted fabric producer in Europe, and its products had a major influence on the development and prosperity of the Marks & Spencer chain of retail stores.2 It was founded by Nathaniel Corah.1 It ceased to exist in 1989.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
1815Founded1
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N. Corah and Sons was a textile manufacturer of hosiery and clothing located in Leicester, England. At one time it was the largest knitted fabric producer in Europe, and its products had a major influence on the development and prosperity of the Marks & Spencer chain of retail stores.2
Leadership
Who has led N. Corah & Sons, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
- FounderNathaniel Corah1
Products and brands
- association football kit
- clothing
- hosiery
- rugby union kit
Listed on Wikidata.1
Timeline
Links
- WikipediaN. Corah & Sons
- WikidataQ6951619
Sources
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- 1WikidataN. Corah & Sons on Wikidata
- 2WikipediaN. Corah & Sons on Wikipedia
- 3Wikimedia CommonsN. Corah & Sons photo by Andrew Tatlow, CC BY-SA 2.0