Meet the Artwork: Wrexham War Memorial Hospital on Mount Elgon Coffee
James RocheEvery Wrexham Bean Co. bag features a unique print of a local Wrexham landmark to celebrate our city’s history and culture. For our Mount Elgon single-origin coffee, we chose to feature the incredible Wrexham and East Denbighshire War Memorial Hospital.
What is the Wrexham and East Denbighshire War Memorial Hospital?
The Wrexham and East Denbighshire War Memorial Hospital opened in 1926 as a tribute to those lost in the First World War, replacing the older infirmary on Regent Street. It was partly funded by local people and supported by a legacy from John Jones of the Island Green Brewery.
Over the decades, the hospital grew to include wards, a chapel, nurses’ residences, and a dental centre. It closed in 1986, with its services transferred to Wrexham Maelor Hospital. Since 1996, it has been repurposed as an educational building and is now part of Coleg Cambria’s Yale campus.
Original image source: Wikipedia
Why do we feature a print of the Wrexham War Memorial Hospital on our Mount Elgon coffee bags?
Wrexham War Memorial Hospital is an iconic building with deep roots in the city. We knew we wanted to feature it on one of our coffee bags, and Mount Elgon felt like the perfect fit. It stands for care, togetherness, and a reminder that even from tough times, something meaningful can grow and bring people closer.
What other Wrexham prints do we use on coffee bags?
We print a range of Wrexham artwork on our coffee bags. These include:
- African Moon - Wrexham AFC Racecourse Ground
- Brazilian Eagle - Wrexham High Street in the 1960s
- Calon - Tribute to Gresford Colliery Disaster
- Fronteira - Erddig Hall and Garden
Where can you find Wrexham Bean coffee in North Wales?
You’ll find Wrexham Bean coffee all across North Wales. We roast every batch of beans here in Wrexham, and supply both retail and wholesale customers throughout the region, from Conwy and Llandudno, to Snowdonia, Anglesey, and beyond.
Want to try Mount Elgon?
You can grab a bag of Mount Elgon, complete with the Wrexham War Memorial Hospital artwork, in various shops across North Wales or via our online store.
