Our History
Henton & Chattell was founded in 1931 by two friends, Leslie Henton and Charles Chattell. It was a year when the great depression was in force and undoubtedly a brave venture.
The beliefs that are most important to us remain unchanged - putting our customers first, pursuing excellence, embracing change, and acting with integrity.
1949
The first premises, selling ironmongery, was located in Beeston, Nottingham.
First Premises
They opened a further two shops, one in Lenton and the other in West Bridgford.
Lenton and West Bridgford
Henton & Chattell was founded in 1931 by two friends, Leslie Henton and Charles Chattell. It was a year when the great depression was in force and undoubtedly a brave venture.
Founded in 1931
1931
In 1949 the two partners consolidated their retail premises into one. A large house next to their existing Henton & Chattell premises on Radcliffe Road was converted to a showroom.
With around 5,000 sq ft of space, this was the start of the company destined to become the major independent Grass Machinery Distributor in the UK.
Henton & Chattell was founded in 1931 by two friends, Leslie Henton and Charles Chattell. It was a year when the great depression was in force and undoubtedly a brave venture.
Founded in 1931
The first premises, selling ironmongery, was located in Beeston, Nottingham.
First Premises 1950
At the same time they purchased new premises that are located on London Road, Nottingham.
Today, Henton and Chattell are leading distributors for many of the major professional and domestic brands in the UK and offer a number of exclusive product ranges ideally suited to your needs.
Today
Our customers benefit from pre and post-sales support for all of our products including direct delivery options for machine down and complete parts back up.
We will tailor our services to compliment and support your requirements.