Pub history

The Sir Norman Rae

Sir Norman Rae is something of an unsung hero in Shipley. He made his fortune from the woollen trade and was elected the town’s MP (1918–1923), his wealth enabling him to buy a large land block to present to Shipley Council as playing fields (Northcliffe Park). He also encouraged university study by providing scholarships and established Shipley Nursing Home. On his death, in 1928, it was reported that he was the greatest benefactor to the district since Sir Titus Salt.