Luxdon Dry Cleaning

At Luxdon, we have a rich history that dates back to 1887, when two sisters, Misses Ramage, operated a small laundry business in Syrma Place. Over the years, our business has evolved and grown, with significant milestones marked by the introduction of new technologies, the expansion of our services, and the proud heritage of serving the North East region.

Our History

Our journey began in 1887, when the Ramage sisters started a small laundry business in Syrma Place. In 1917, the Laundry moved to Wycliffe Road, and Henry Lumsdon Taylor, the son of the founder, was apprenticed to the Hartlepool Laundry. After seeing service as a sniper in France with the Quayside Battalion of the Northumberland Fusiliers, Henry returned to the family business, introducing new machinery and pioneering the domestic service during the interwar years.

During World War II, our Laundry played a significant role in processing soldiers' laundry, and Henry also commanded a company of the Home Guard. After the war, we continued to grow, introducing the pioneering Cellopac domestic service and overall replacement service for factories, serving over 12,000 homes and processing 14,000 overalls per week.

In 1961, a serious fire destroyed our main premises, but we continued business with the help of other regional laundries until a new factory was opened in Wycliffe Road in 1962. By the 1970s, we operated 11 Sunderland depots and 11 scattered around County Durham, with another in Gosforth.

Today

Today, Luxdon is proud to be a well-established and respected dry cleaner and launderer in the North East. With over 130 years of experience, we have an unparalleled reputation for quality and service. Our commitment to excellence has led to the development of new technologies and processes, ensuring that our customers receive the highest standard of cleaning services.

What We Offer

At Luxdon, we offer a wide range of services, including laundry, dry cleaning, and curtain cleaning and re-pleating. We pride ourselves on our expertise in caring for delicate and special-care items, and our agents are always available to provide professional advice and guidance.

We have over 40 convenient dry cleaning agency locations across the North East, making it easy for you to pop in and see us. We also offer a free collection and delivery service to any location across the North East.

Why Choose Luxdon?

With over 130 years of history and unmatched expertise, Luxdon is the perfect choice for all your laundry and dry cleaning needs. Our commitment to quality, service, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as the premier dry cleaner and launderer in the North East.

Get in Touch

If you require any further information or would like to book a collection, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to serving you.