Henley-in-Arden - Notable People

Notable People

The prolific writer of hymns, Benjamin Beddome (1717–1795), was born in the town. Many of his hymns are in the General Baptist Hymn Book.

William James (1771–1837), pioneer railway promoter, was born in Henley.

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