Thomas Horner, of Mells Park

1737–1804 (age 67)

Biography

Thomas Horner of Mells Park tended his estate with a steady regard for the villagers and countryside, mindful that the prosperity of his family depended on their well-being.

He encouraged the services at St Andrew's Church, Mells, ensuring families had a warm place for worship and that the parish remained a place of comfort; the memorial there keeps his memory among the parishioners.