Helen Brotherton (vegetarian)
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| Born | 15 April 1812 Salford, Lancashire, England |
| Died | 16 May 1898 (aged 86) Salford, Lancashire, England |
| Resting place | Weaste Cemetery, Salford |
| Other names | Ellen Brotherton |
| Occupation(s) | Activist, philanthropist |
| Known for | Vegetarianism activism |
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Helen Brotherton (15 April 1812 – 16 May 1898), sometimes known as Ellen Brotherton, was an English vegetarianism activist and philanthropist. She was known for her dedication to charity and her contributions to the vegetarian movement. Brotherton was a member of the Vegetarian Society from its founding and served as vice president. She was the daughter of Joseph Brotherton, Salford's first Member of Parliament, and Martha Brotherton (née Harvey), the author of the first vegetarian cookbook, Vegetable Cookery.