John Corbett - 1817-1901 The Worcestershire Salt King Volume Two
Written by John Richard Hodges
John Corbett (1817-1901) ‘The Worcestershire – Salt King’ Volume Two contains chapters on Impney Mansion, the present day Chateau Impney Hotel and the grounds and a survey of the parkland.
This second volume also looks at John Corbett’s political career and his London homes.
John’s interests and hobbies, include his ‘Nelson Memorabilia,’ which is today housed in the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich.
The story of Impney Mansion is virtually the story of Droitwich itself, from the Victorian Era onwards;
John Corbett was a member of various societies and clubs and his 3000 book collection is today housed in Birmingham University.
A description of the Welsh Estate at ‘Ynysmaengwyn’ and his ‘separation’ from his wife Anna and her travels in exile are to be found in this book.
John Corbett had a major influence on Droitwich Spa. This book includes his Will, the Corbett Trust and his many degrees.