Part of the Lancashire Lantern network, the Pioneers gives details of people who were famous local people in science, technology and innovation. These pioneers were either born in Lancashire or their endeavours made a significant contribution to the development of the County.
Sir Henry Tate - His early life in Chorley
Map of Chorley 1894 showing Park Road & Park St.
Ordnance Survey Copyright licence LA076716
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Map of Chorley 2001 showing Park Road. & Park St.
Ordnance Survey Copyright licence LA076716
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Terrace Mount where Henry Tate was born

The Manse, Park St. where Henry Tate spent his formative years

Unitarian Church, Park St. where Tate's father was minister
Poor rate book for 3 Terrace Mount 1818-1819 - (Click to enlarge)
Chapel Steps, Water St. leading to the Unitarian Church, shown on the left

Commemorative stone for re-opening of steps shown on th eright.