English Frankton

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. The name Frankton probably originated as "Francas's field".[1]

English Frankton

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English Frankton
Location within Shropshire
OS grid referenceSJ450299
Civil parish
Unitary authority
Ceremonial county
Region
CountryEngland
Sovereign stateUnited Kingdom
Post townELLESMERE
Postcode districtSY12
Dialling code01939
PoliceWest Mercia
FireShropshire
AmbulanceWest Midlands
UK Parliament

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

  • Welsh Frankton
  • Lower Frankton

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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