John's role in history of Housing Units

THE founder of Housing Units has offered Oldhamers a fascinating insight into his life with the publication of his autobiography.

"The Edge of Time" by John Pellowe charts events from pre-war Oldham to present day.

John tells how a small inherited shop went on to become one of the most successful retail stores in Britain.

Housing Units had a turnover of around £165 in its first week of trading in 1959, but this had increased to more than £20 million when John retired as managing director in 2000.

Proceeds from sales of the book, which costs £15, will be credited to the JHP Charity Fund which raises money for the Salvation Army and Medicins Sans Frontieres.

John will host a signing session at Saddleworth Museum on Saturday, June 9, from 10am-4pm.



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