1948
Newgate Kennels and Cattery Ltd was founded by Mrs Jess Millett
when she purchased the freehold of Newgate House, Wilmslow
a three-quarter acre small holding situated in Lindow Moss,
Cheshire. When purchased, the site was not connected to mains
electric, water or sewer. The site consisted of a two bedroomed
house and one kennel block of five kennels (for the resting
of Racing Greyhounds). Jess Millett immediately expanded the
boarding kennels, added a cattery and diversified into breeding
Bulldogs and Airedales.
1958
The house and kennels were extended.
1959
The limited company was formed, Jess, her son Joe and daughter-in-law
Erica, became directors. Joe Millett completely reorganised
the kennels.
1966
The company bought adjoining land which increased the size
to 16 acres and included Newgate Farm and Cottage.
1967
Mrs Jess Millett retired but maintained the directorship of
the company.
1968
Mrs Erica Millett took over the day to day running of the
company.
1982
Mr Rolfe Millett served in the Blues and Royals (a division of the Household Cavalry) before joining the Company full time in 1982.
1987
Mrs Erica Millett retired, Joel Millet and Rolfe Millett took
over as joint managers.
1989
Mr Rolfe Millett (due to ill health) stepped down as manager,
leaving Joel Millett in sole charge of the day to day running.
New and replacement kennel blocks were built (Arley, Gawsworth
and Tatton).
1993
Increase in size of the replacement kennel blocks (Windsor,
Balmoral and Paddock cats).
1994
Mr Joel Millet was made director of the company.
1998
On October 9th, Mrs Jess Millett (founder) died at the age
of 96. The Kennels and Cattery will continue to trade as a
limited company.
1999
Planning approval was finally granted (after a two year process!)
for the replacement of four kennel blocks (48 kennels), two
catteries (17 chalets), two staff rooms, small animal room
and trimming room. Work started in October.
2000
The company achieved the prestigious ‘Investors in People’
award and produced the first newsletter. Staff were issued
uniforms for the first time. Building work progressed well,
with the completion of the new dog kitchen, staff toilets,
staff rooms, trimming room, small animal room and Paddock
cattery. Staff training is on-going, and three more employees
achieved NVQ II in Animal Care.
2001
We received two prestigious awards this year, National Training
Award and NTA Special Award. The Long Run Cattery was completed
and work commenced on the top kennels. Patsy Ashton left after
36 years of service. Staff continued with training and gained
more NVQ qualifications.
2002
Building work continued on the top Kennels, the walkways were
renewed and improved, together with a new six foot high perimeter
security fence.
2003
The top Kennels were completed, and called the Woodland Accommodation.
Jersey Sark and The Germans are relocated, work starts on
the sound proof fence. Staff continue with their training
and we continue to be recognised as an Investor in People
company (for a further 3 years).
2004
Building work continues on replacement catteries and kennels.
Two more staff gain their NVQ II in Animal Care.
2005
This year two staff gained their NVQ in management and a further
six their NVQ in animal care.
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