John Newton, Thomas Scott, William Cowper, Henry Gaitlett, and 1 other

This white commemorative plaque records: Olney Parish Church. Completed in 1325AD, this church is associated with William Cowper, the poet, and John Newton, Curate-in-charge and one-time slave trader; these two wrote "The Olney Hymns". Other outstanding characters include Henry Gaitlett, "Father of English Church Music", Moses Browne, of many parts (and many children) and Thomas Scott, the Bible commentator. The church of the Olney Pancake Race.

Rev John Newton, formerly a slave trader, became a prominent abolitionist and curate at Olney Parish Church where he co-authored "The Olney Hymns" with William Cowper; Thomas Scott was a notable Bible commentator; William Cowper was an influential poet known for his hymns and poems; Henry Gaitlett, nicknamed the "Father of English Church Music," contributed significantly to church music; Moses Browne, while less documented, was associated with the parish and had a large family.