Charity Work

Bradford Estates has always taken a keen interest in playing a full role in its local communities. For example, in 1882, Reedswood Park in Walsall was one of the earliest land reclamation schemes, and also one of the earliest public parks, given to the town by the 3rd Earl of Bradford.

Walsall and Bolton have both had gifts of schools, churches and hospitals funded by the family. And at Walsall, the family were generous supporters of the Science and Art Institute for which they gave the land. 

In Weston itself, and also at Preston-upon-the-Weald-Moors, the family provided and supported alms houses, with Weston also having a school, cricket and recreational facilities.

The current Earl of Bradford feels it is very important to give back to the community and continues the family tradition of charitable work.