Russell Hobbs

For the American company founded as Salton, Inc., see Russell Hobbs, Inc. For the fictional American musician and member of Gorillaz, see Russel Hobbs.

Russell Hobbs
IndustryManufacturing
Founded1952; 72 years ago (1952)
HeadquartersRegent Mill, Fir Street, Failsworth, Oldham, UK[1]
ProductsHome appliances, health and beauty products
OwnerSpectrum Brands
Websitewww.russellhobbs.com

Russell Hobbs is a British manufacturer of household appliances. Formed in 1952 by William Russell and Peter Hobbs, it became the primary kettle maker in the United Kingdom marketplace in the 1960s. Subjected to many corporate acquisitions through its history, its head office is currently sited in Failsworth, England, having moved its manufacturing operation to East Asia.[2]

  1. ^ SPECTRUM BRANDS (UK) LIMITED
  2. ^ 'ukmade' website, entry for Russell Hobbs (2018). https://ukmade.wordpress.com/