Plaque

W. G. Grace - Lord's

W. G. Grace - Lord's W. G. Grace - Lord's
Inscription

{On the plaque on the gate pier:}
To the memory of William Gilbert Grace, the great cricketer, 1848 - 1915, these gates were erected by the MCC and other friends and admirers.

{Above, inside the wreath:}
WGG 

Site: W. G. Grace - Lord's (1 memorial)

NW8, St John's Wood Road, Lord's Cricket Ground

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W. G. Grace - Lord's

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W. G. Grace

Cricketer and medical practitioner. Born William Gilbert Grace at Clematis Ho...

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Marylebone Cricket Club

Cricket's ruling body.  Founded when the first match was played at Lord's cri...

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Sir Herbert Baker

Architect. Born and brought up in Kent, trained as an architect in London. 18...

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