Skerrett, Thomas, Bedford St, Covent Gdn, London, u (1749– d.1789). In 1758 took as app. John Skerrett. The number in Bedford St is recorded as 30 from 1782. His death was recorded in January 1789, but despite this entries continue regularly in London directories until 1799 suggesting that the business was still trading. In 1782 supplied furniture to Charles Towneley of Towneley Hall, Burnley, Lancs., and on 10 June of that year £60 was paid on account. Heal records a George Skerret at the Bedford St address, 1790–96. [D; Westminster poll bk; S of G, app. index; Gents Mag., January 1789; Charles Towneley's account bk in private ownership]