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Blaydes Family blue plaque

Blue plaque
Blaydes Family blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: The Blaydes family, prominent merchants, shipbuilders and citizens lived here, close to their counting house, shipyard quays and warehouses, in the 17th and 18th centuries. Blaydes House, partially rebuilt c.1760, was restored by the Georgian Society for East Yorkshire in 1982. Recorded plaque organisation: Hull City Council.
The Blaydes family were influential merchants, shipbuilders, and civic leaders in Hull during the 17th and 18th centuries, significantly contributing to the economic growth and maritime activities of the region.

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