John Wisden (1826-1884)
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John Wisden (1826-1884)
Image: © Gerald England Taken: 4 Mar 2017
The plaque on the side of The Cricketers Image reads: JOHN WISDEN (1826-1884) Cricketer and Almanack Publisher A cricket ground was created near this spot in 1849 by John Wisden and his friend and fellow-player, George Parr. Many important matches were played here to large crowds. Wisden lived in the town from 1848 to 1852. In 1850 he founded John Wisden & Co. probably selling sporting equipment. They gave up the lease of the ground in 1863. His obituary in his Almanack in the 1885 edition reads: "…A quiet, unassuming and thoroughly upright man. A fast friend and generous employer. Beloved by his intimates and employees and respected by all in whom he came in contact."
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Image Location
Latitude
52.286843
Longitude
-1.542709