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Prototype Era
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)
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Named after the small village near Burton, Staffordshire, Crosse & Blackwell first produced Branston pickle in 1922.
History
Believe it or not, there was a time when people thought you couldn’t improve on the classic cheese sandwich. That all changed in 1922 when the first batch of Branston Pickle hit the shelves.
Made by Crosse & Blackwell in the village of Branston, Staffordshire, the iconic pickle has been a kitchen table staple ever since.
From celebrity chefs to aspiring bakers and the humble sandwich-maker, Branston can help just about anyone be masterful with the food they make.
The Branston reins were handed to vinegar specialists Mizkan Euro in 2013. A privately-owned family company founded over 210 years ago; Branston was in safe hands.
The tangy British favourite didn’t leave our shores however, and is still mixed and bottled in Suffolk’s Bury St Edmunds. Made using the same secret recipe, with the traditional methods that made it so famous, Branston remains a firm family favourite.
Preferred recipes and servings vary, but all our fans agree on one thing; once a Branston eater, a Branston eater forever.
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Dapol Branston Original Pickle Vent Van is a highly limited model released as part of the “Rails of Sheffield” series. The manufacturer part number is 4F‑PIC2‑23. The model represents an unspecified historical period; collectors are advised to obtain one while supplies last.
Branston pickle was first produced in 1922 by Crosse & Blackwell in the village of Branston, near Burton, Staffordshire. The brand was acquired by Mizkan Euro in 2013, a privately‑owned family company with a history of over 210 years. Production continues in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, using the original recipe and traditional methods.
The condiment is a staple of British cuisine, commonly used in sandwiches, ploughman’s meals and a range of recipes. Its tangy flavour remains popular across a wide demographic of consumers.