James Stonhouse and Philip Doddridge bronze plaque

This bronze commemorative plaque records: This building was the Northampton Infirmary from 1744 - 1793. It was founded through the work of The Revd' Sir James Stonhouse, Bart, MD, supported by The Revd. Philip Doddridge DD. In 1793 the Infirmary was moved to Billing Road

Rev Dr James Stonhouse, 11th Baronet, and Rev Philip Doddridge were prominent figures in 18th-century England, known for their significant contributions to both religious and charitable works; they co-founded the Northampton Infirmary in 1744, a pioneering institution that provided medical care to the local community.