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Thompson's Mill and Benjamin Peile blue plaque

Blue plaque

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This blue commemorative plaque records: Near here stood Thompson's Mill built in 1803 by Benjamin Peile, great uncle of M.W. Thompson Lord Mayor of Bradford 1862-63 and 1871-73. Thompson presented the city with its mace and a 586 piece silver service and entered Parliament in 1876. Recorded plaque organisation: Bradford City Heritage.
Thompson's Mill, established in 1803 by Benjamin Peile, stands as a local industrial landmark; its association with M.W. Thompson, a prominent figure who served twice as Lord Mayor of Bradford and gifted the city significant ceremonial items, highlights its historical importance.

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