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Peter Ainsworth | |
|---|---|
| Member of Parliament for Bolton | |
| In office 1834–1847 | |
| Preceded by | Robert Torrens |
| Succeeded by | William Bolling |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 24 November 1790 |
| Died | 18 January 1870 |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Whig |
| Spouse |
Elizabeth Byrom (m. 1815) |
| Residence | Smithills Hall |
Peter Ainsworth DL JP (24 November 1790 – 18 January 1870) was a British landowner and operator of an important bleach works. Leaving the family business to a brother, he went into politics as a Whig, and was one of the two Members of Parliament for Bolton from 1834 to 1847, before returning to the life of a country gentleman.