Edward Nixon blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Former residence of surgeon Edward Nixon, surgeon for nearly 50 years to the Durham Militia (later 4th Durham Light Infantry). He first served in the Coldstream Guards under the Duke of Wellington in the Peninsular War. Recorded plaque organisation: Barnard Castle Town Council.

Edward Nixon was a long-serving surgeon for the Durham Militia (later 4th Durham Light Infantry) and previously served with distinction under the Duke of Wellington during the Peninsular War, contributing significantly to military medical care.