Henry John Pearson 1850-1913

Henry John Pearson 1850-1913. Co-founder of Beeston Foundry Co, later Beeston Boiler Co, a noted ornithologist, and his son, Lt Colonel Noel Gervis Pearson DSO MC 1884-1958, both local philanthropists lived here.

Henry John Pearson, co-founder of the Beeston Foundry Co (later Beeston Boiler Co), was a noted ornithologist and local philanthropist; his son, Lt Colonel Noel Gervis Pearson, also a philanthropist and decorated military officer, lived here. The house is significant for its association with two generations of influential local figures in industry, conservation, and public service.