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David Openshaw, Managing Director at Freshers Foods Ltd, (also known as Openshaws Snacks), and a stalwart of the local business community has died, aged 76, after battling many illnesses. Born in Prestatyn, the son of James Eric Openshaw, area manager of a chain of abattoirs in North Wales, David Openshaw arrived on the meat scene in 1978 in Wigan with his then business partner, Steve. With a background in textiles and their subsequent decline in England, it was a splendid opportunity to start his own enterprise. Davi.....

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NEW LOOK, SAME PORKY GOODNESS!   Taste our delicious pork scratchings and pork crunch, now in an all-new look! High in protein and low in carbs, the bags are part of our range of pub snacks. Crunchy and satisfying, treat yourself to a pack of Openshaws pork products at your nearest Asda or Tesco supermarket, or pub today! Or check out our online shop for all our exquisite snacking delicacies.

Food Unwrapped Came To Visit Delightful TV chef Matt Tebbutt came to our pork scratchings factory in Wigan with his film crew to see how the popular bar snack is made. Our Managing Director, David Openshaw, proved why he is so admired in the industry with his extensive knowledge and expertise, some of which he dispensed to Matt during a day of filming on site. David also shared his experiences over his 40+ years in the industry. They don't call him the Pork Scratching Baron for nothing! One of our long .....

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