Houstons History
Houston & Sons Ltd began in 1950 when the company was
established in Crewe by William Houston. Bill Houston originally
came from Scotland as a professional footballer to play
for Crewe Alexandra. However, his career was cut short due
to injury and he turned to the scrap metal industry to provide
a living for his growing family.
The company's first premises were established in an old
bottling plant on Wistaston road. With the advent of Bill's
sons joining the business they needed more space and opened
a new site on Oakley Street. This prompted expansion in
the business, and additional yards were opened in Congleton
and Chester.
At this time, the Houston's were joined by Bill's son
in law, Ernie Tilley. With his experience as Chief engineer
at Rolls Royce, Ernie brought the business into the modern
age. Houston's now operates out of a 2.5 acre recycling
facility on Victoria Avenue, Crewe. This yard is currently
run by Ernie's son Neil Tilley, who has recently been joined
by his two sons James and Michael. Together they are in
a perfect position to carry the company forward into the
21st century.
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