History
Usually in business we like to look forward – and as a company we pride ourselves on just that – but on occasion, it’s reassuring to look back.
1869
Our story begins back in 1869 in a small black and white grocery shop in Frankwell, Shrewsbury where an industrious James Kent Morris was to set up his candle business with a robust service philosophy which has stood the test of time: “To do the common thing uncommonly well brings success”.
And it did. Over the years the company developed many trading operations which it helped flourish and on which it capitalised as markets matured, with the family remaining central to the growth and success of each business.
Take a look at our timeline to find out more about our five generations of evolution:
Our Story
J. K Morris purchased 1,000,000 gallons of surplus oil from the government, building the oil business
Green shield stamps increased business as the flagship Pride Hill store was converted to self service
Robin Morris leads the vision for Victoria Quay with conversion of The Armoury into pub/restaurant
The Company joins Mr Cliff to celebrate his 100th birthday with champagne and cake at Welsh Bridge
Robin presents Bill with a silver salver to commemorate his father’s 60th anniversary with the Company
BBC TV broadcasts live from Morris Care’s Isle Court with Anton Du Beke celebrating the Queen’s Jubilee
The Morris Care operation was successfully transferred to Welford Healthcare along with 560 care staff
Morris Property partners with STFC as the new front of shirt sponsors for the 2023 and 24 seasons
