The Upper Biddulph Valley

Name: The Upper Biddulph Valley
SKU: 641
Price: 2.00 GBP
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Description

An exploration of the geography and early occupation of the valley by the Anglo-Saxons and Normans; the building of the first castle; the development of coal mining and iron production; the growth of button making; Biddulph Old Hall and its role in the Civil War. Reference is also made to the development of corn milling, Biddulph Grange, communications both road and rail, agriculture and the growth of Methodism.

Author: Peter Boon

Booklet size: A5

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