Dear Fellows,

Antony Chessell FSAScot has recently completed a new book entitled William Elder & Sons Ltd., Agricultural Engineers: A Berwick Dynasty.

For 125 years during the 19th and 20th centuries, William Elder & Sons Ltd was a leading manufacturer, iron founder and distributor of agricultural machinery and implements. In this volume, Chessell tells the story of a family dynasty which started in Tweedmouth, expanded into headquarters in Berwick-upon-Tweed. This was family with branches throughout Northumberland, south-east Scotland and the Borders, and which generated a national and an international reputation.

The net proceeds of sale are donated to the book’s publisher, Berwick Community Trust. This book, as well as Chessell’s other publications, can be purchased online for £29.

Please reach out to fellowship@socantscot.org to connect with Chessell on the subject of his research or speak about his work with Berwick Community Trust.

Many thanks,

Astrid Bridgwood
Fellowship & Administration Officer