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From Congleton and District’s Past, part 1

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A collection of stories and traditions relating to Congleton’s past including, bear baiting, rush bearing, burleymen, sack and cakes, ringing the chains, the murder at Whitemoor, the Chartists and antisocial behaviour.

Author:  Peter Boon

Booklet size:  A5

From Congleton and District’s Past, part 1

£1.50

A collection of stories and traditions relating to Congleton’s past

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