This started out as “Fellside Hero” in Northumberland, breeder “unknown”. Then a merchant changed the name and linked it with the approaching coronation and it became England’s best known variety for a century. The striking part red colouration helped develop its popularity but the consistent demand over the years is a testament to the eating and cooking qualities, Historically, the number of copy cat varieties is another testament."The best roaster" - it is always used as a control when assessing the roasting qualities of new varieties.