English Frankton

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English Frankton, formerly known simply as Frankton, is a small village in Shropshire, England. It lies between the villages of Cockshutt and Loppington, in the civil parish of Cockshutt, and south-east of Ellesmere.

The name Frankton probably originated as "Francas's field".[1] It was recorded in Domesday as Franchetone, when it was held by Rainald the Sheriff from Earl Roger.[2] Domesday also noted that the manor contained one carruca, along with three villeins and two bordarii.

See also

References

  1. ^ Raven, M. A Guide to Shropshire, 2005, p.78
  2. ^ Hinde, T. The Domesday Book, Crown, 1985, p.227

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