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25 Oxford Road, Cambridge

History of 25 Oxford Road

The laundry that was here is believed to have been built by St John’s College for the widow of one of its employees.

1913

Mrs Mary Ann Robinson, laundress


1924

Mabel Thomas bought the laundry business. Its personal service became popular with local bachelors.


1939

John H Thomas

The Modern Hand Laundry


1962

Michael J Thomas

The Modern Hand Laundry


1982

Michael Thomas

Jean Thomas

Building dates

  • Built 1900–1929
Source for this date
  • Built 1900–1929: EPC construction age band: 1900–1929

Projects

  • Oxford Road

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