Benjamin Brierley | |
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 Ben Brierley statue, erected in 2006 in Failsworth | |
| Born | 26 June 1825 Failsworth, Lancashire, England |
| Died | 11 January 1896 "The Poplars", Moston Vale, Moston, Manchester |
| Resting place | Manchester General (Harpurhey) Cemetery |
| Language | English |
| Nationality | British |
| Notable works | Chronicles of Waverlow |
Benjamin Brierley (often known as Ben Brierley) (26 June 1825 – 18 January 1896) was an English weaver, who took up writing in Lancashire dialect. He became a prolific journalist.