William Brear blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Low House 1663 former home of William Brear (1841-1911) owner of W. M. Brear & Sons Sawmill a family business for nearly 150 years. He was also a founding member of Addingham Parish Council on which the Brear Family served for a hundred years, and a major supporter of Mount Hermon Chapel Recorded plaque organisation: Addingham Civic Society.

William Brear (1841-1911) was a significant local figure in Addingham, owning W. M. Brear & Sons Sawmill, a long-standing family business, and serving as a founding member of the Addingham Parish Council, where his family had a century-long presence. He was also a major supporter of Mount Hermon Chapel, contributing to both the economic and religious life of the community.