Our History

Our History

Georgian Era (1780)

The Old Forge

The village blacksmith's forge operated from 1780 until 1965, serving as a vital hub for the agricultural community. The forge was responsible for sho...

Post-War (1947)

The Great Flood of 1947

In March 1947, following one of the coldest winters on record, a rapid thaw combined with heavy rainfall caused the River Meadow to burst its banks. T...

Medieval (1285)

Medieval Market Charter

In 1285, King Edward I granted the village a royal charter to hold a weekly market every Wednesday. This charter transformed the settlement from a sma...