John Billingsley (agriculturist)
John Billingsley (1747–1811) was an agricultural pioneer in 18th-century Somerset, England.
John Billingsley | |
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Painting of John Billingsley (1747–1811) painted by Joseph Hutchinson (1747–1830). Oil on canvas, 63.5 x 53.4 cm | |
| Born | 1747 Ashwick, Somerset |
| Died | 26 September 1811 Ashwick, Somerset |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Agricultural pioneer |
| Known for | 1795 survey of agriculture in Somerset |
The writer of the 1794 Survey of Somerset, Billingsley was a leading agriculturalist who was one of the founders of the Bath and West Society, known today as the Royal Bath and West of England Society. He lived all his life at Ashwick Grove.
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