William Dawson, Wharfedale printing press, and Ashfield Works, Otley brown plaque

This brown commemorative plaque records: William Dawson's first workshop developing into Ashfield Works where the original "Wharfedale" printing press was made in 1858 Recorded plaque organisation: Otley Town Council.

William Dawson established Ashfield Works in Otley, where he developed and manufactured the original "Wharfedale" printing press in 1858, contributing significantly to the advancement of printing technology in the Victorian era.