Quarry Lodge, Shrewsbury and Percy Thrower blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Quarry Lodge Percy Thrower MBE, VMH Born 30th January 1913 Died 18th March 1988 Lived here in Quarry Lodge from January 1946 until April 1974 while Parks Superintendent for Shrewsbury Borough Council This plaque was erected by Shropshire Horticultural Society in January 2013 to commemorate the 125th Shrewsbury Flower Show Recorded plaque organisation: Shropshire Horticultural Society.

Percy Thrower MBE, VMH was a renowned British horticulturist and television presenter, known for his gardening programs that educated and entertained millions. He served as Parks Superintendent for Shrewsbury Borough Council from 1946 to 1974, significantly enhancing the town's green spaces and public parks.