Episode 2 of 2
Grant of British Patent
- When
- 31 August 1830
- Where
- Stroud, Gloucestershire
Edwin Beard Budding received a British patent for his lawn mower design on 31 August 1830.
The patent covered a device designed to cut grass on sports grounds and extensive gardens. It was considered a superior alternative to the scythe. The grant followed an agreement with John Ferrabee, who had obtained letters of patent earlier in May 1830.
Sources
- Edwin Beard Budding Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-30
- Lawn mower Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-02
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