The Worcester factory was founded at Warmstry House in 1751 by a deed of partnership with 15 members. The period from foundation to 1783, when it was acquired by Thomas Flight, is known as the First ...

Read more on Beilby glass in our dedicated guide. 18 th Century Drinking Glasses: An illustrated guide by Leonard Bickerton, Antique Collectors' Club, reprinted 2000. The Golden Age of English Glass ...