What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: Here, on 24 February 1865 was born William Wolstenholme MUS BAC (OXON) FRCO HON CAUSA the gifted blind organist and composer
William Wolstenholme was a renowned blind organist and composer born in 1865, known for his significant contributions to sacred music despite his visual impairment.
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