Monument record 936/1 - Aston Grange
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Summary
Aston Grange of Whalley Abbey is first mentioned in the 13th century. A Grange is an area of monastic land that lies outside the Abbey's main land holdings. They were usually farms and were run by the laymen of the monastic order or by hired labour.
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Full Description
Aston Grange of Whalley Abbey, first mentioned in 13th century (1).
<1> Dodgson J McN, 1970-2, 1981, The Place-Names of Cheshire, 2/159-160 (Y) (Book). SCH3228.
<1> Dodgson J McN, 1970-2, 1981, The Place-Names of Cheshire, vol .II p.159-160 (Book). SCH3228.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 560 770 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ57NE |
| Civil Parish | ASTON, VALE ROYAL, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | ASTON BY SUTTON, RUNCORN, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 2 2009 4:42PM