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	Boroughbridge - LoveToKnow 1911
		The manor of Boroughbridge, then called Burc, was held by Edward the Confessor and passed to William the Conqueror, but suffered so much from the ravages of his soldiers that by 1086 it had decreased in value fro to 55s.
		In 1229 Boroughbridge, as part of the manor of Aldborough, was granted to Hubert de Burgh, but was forfeited a few years later by his son who fought against the king at Evesham.
		Boroughbridge was evidently a borough by prescription, and as such was called upon to return two members to parliament in 1299.
	www.1911encyclopedia.org /Boroughbridge (393 words)

	Fletcher's Boroughbridge
		At Boroughbridge there were numerous inns with large stabling accommodation, and horses and carriages were always in readiness to convey travellers north or south, east or west, at a moment's notice.
		It was the custom for travellers of distinction and for families passing from one part of the country to another to break their journeys here in order to avail themselves of the rest which the "Crown" afforded.
		Their disappearance from Boroughbridge was followed by that of the river-craft, for the railways robbed the river of trade even as they were robbing the roads of traffic.
	www.biffvernon.freeserve.co.uk /fletcher's_boroughbridge.htm (1175 words)

	Boroughbridge
		Whole days of pleasure may be spent about Boroughbridge and Aldborough –; together they form a little centre of their own, wherein the lover of the past finds an abundance of interest and delight.
		A battlecross, erected in Boroughbridge to commemorate the battle, was moved to to Aldborough in 1852.
		Boroughbridge Hall was the birthplace, in 1831, of Isabella Bird.
	www.biffvernon.freeserve.co.uk /boroughbridge.htm (3403 words)

	Spartanburg SC \| GoUpstate.com \| Spartanburg Herald-Journal
		Boroughbridge is a small town 13 miles northwest of York in North Yorkshire in England.
		Boroughbridge was a parliamentary borough from medieval times, electing two Members of Parliament to the unreformed Commons.
		Augustus FitzRoy, who was later Prime Minister as the 3rd Duke of Grafton, was elected MP for Boroughbridge in 1756; however, he never sat for the borough as he preferred to represent Bury St. Edmunds where he had also been elected.
	www.goupstate.com /apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=NEWS&template=wiki&text=Boroughbridge (239 words)

	Hotels in Boroughbridge Yorkshire accommodation - Boroughbridge hotels accommodation in Yorkshire UK
		Boroughbridge is a thriving market town close to the A1M on the River Ure, steeped in history.
		The memorial stands immediately outside the gates of Boroughbridge Hall (now a private house), which was the birthplace of the famous Victorian Isabella Bird, explorer, missionary and author.
		Devils Arrows, Boroughbridge - Devils Arrows are three huge standing stones (sometimes known as menhirs or megaliths) on the western outskirts of Boroughbridge, possibly the least understood and most neglected historic monuments in Britain.
	www.kayukay.co.uk /boroughbridgehotels.html (438 words)

	Battle of Boroughbridge - Biocrawler
		The Battle of Boroughbridge was a small but important battle in the conflicts between Edward II of England and his rebellious barons.
		The battle took place near at important bridge across the Wye called Boroughbridge, northwest of York.
		Early in 1322, king Edward took forces north in England to subdue his cousin Thomas, Earl of Lancaster.
	www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Battle_of_Boroughbridge (160 words)

	Battle of Boroughbridge & Myton - Boroughbridge Town Council
		Boroughbridge was once again among the towns pillaged and burned during the incursion.
		Edward himself was murdered at Berkeley Castle in 1327 while being held prisoner by his wife Isabella and his son Edward III (although Mortimer is credited with being the man behind the deed).
		According to Alex Leadman (Battles Fought in Yorkshire) “A clustered column of freestone was erected to commemorate the Battle.
	www.boroughbridge.org.uk /process/23/BattleofBoroughbridgeMyton.html (1418 words)

	Boroughbridge photos, maps, books, memories - Francis Frith
		Boroughbridge probably saw its best days when it was a coaching town for traffic on the Great North Road and had no fewer than twenty-two inns.
		Boroughbridge, to the southeast of Ripon, dates back to Norman times, when a bridge was constructed over the Ure.
		Boroughbridge is another village which was formerly bisected by the A1, but is now bypassed.
	www.francisfrith.com /search/england/yorkshire/boroughbridge/boroughbridge.htm (715 words)

	Boroughbridge AFC Directions
		I would suggest the easiest route to Boroughbridge is the A1(M) North to Boroughbridge.
		Then follow the signs for Boroughbridge which takes you past two roundabouts and within 75 metres of the second roundabout there is a signpost for Green Hammerton and Aldborough (B6265).
		Pass the School on the right (Boroughbridge Primary) and take the first right after the school (towards Aldborough.) Then follow the road and turn in on the right into the school.
	www.boroughbridgeafc.com /map.htm (231 words)

	ALDBOROUGH AND BOROUGHBRIDGE Aldborough is a simply delightful village
		In 1299 the burgesses of Aldborough and Boroughbridge were given the right to return two MPs for each town to the Parliament of 1300, one of the very early Parliaments.
		In 1318 Boroughbridge was pillaged and burned by the Scots.
		The rebel Earl of Lancaster was defeated by Sir Andrew Harclay and sought refuge in the church, usually a place of sanctuary.
	www.dalesview.fsnet.co.uk /aldborough (811 words)

	Battle of Boroughbridge@Everything2.com
		In 1321 an alliance was formed between various Marcher Lords and the northern supporters of Thomas, Earl of Lancaster with the objective of removing from power the hated father and son Hugh Despenser, the new royal favourites of the king Edward II.
		On the 16th March 1322 the Contrariants reached Boroughbridge and were organising some lodgings for the night when they discovered that the bridge was held by Andrew de Harcla and his men.
		Notwithstanding the opinion expressed at the beginning of this article the battle of Boroughbridge was obviously of some significance to those, such as the Earl of Hereford, who died on the battlefield, as well as those who were executed shortly afterwards.
	everything2.com /index.pl?node_id=1508404 (1270 words)

	Dementia24x7
		MORE than 60 jobs will be created in Boroughbridge with the opening of two new care homes in the town next month.
		Boroughbridge Lodge and Boroughbridge Manor have been purpose built to provide residential EMI (Elderly Mentally Infirm) care and general residential care for more than 70 elderly people when they open in late September.
		Boroughbridge Lodge has been designed to provide specialist care for up to 42 people with dementia related conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.
	www.dementia.com /news/detail.jhtml?parentSite=www.psychiatry24x7.com&itemname=e0903970.7ie0 (298 words)

	BOROUGHBRIDGE - Online Information article about BOROUGHBRIDGE
		half a mile to the west of Boroughbridge there are three upright stones called the See also:
		When in 1317 the Scots invaded England, they penetrated as far south as Borough-bridge and burnt the town.
		Boroughbridge was evidently a borough by See also:
	encyclopedia.jrank.org /BLA_BOS/BOROUGHBRIDGE.html (507 words)

	Boroughbridge Tourist Information on AboutBritain.com
		Boroughbridge officially dates from the time of William the Conqueror.
		Although the site itself, is thought to have been occupied as far back as the bronze age, when the legendary millstone grit pillars known as "The Devil's Arrows" were placed in a row on the western edge of the present town; the last of which is taller than anything at Stonehenge!
		Centrally situated in the bustling North Yorkshire town of Boroughbridge, the Crown stands on the site of a 13th century manor house.
	www.aboutbritain.com /towns/Boroughbridge.asp (375 words)

	totaltennis.net - Boroughbridge Tennis Club - Home
		Boroughbridge Tennis Club is a long established Club with an LTA affiliation.
		New members of all playing standards are warmly welcomed and private coaching can be arranged.
		During July, Boroughbridge Tennis Club hosts the very successful Junior Tournament, which is organised by John Rowe.
	boroughbridge.totaltennis.net /home/home.asp (354 words)

	Boroughbridge - North Yorkshire Market Towns
		The picturesque town of Boroughbridge has existed since early Roman times, and throughout two millenia it has acted as a transport and coaching centre for both the Great North Road (now the A1 Trunk-road) and the River Ure, between which the town lies.
		The Main Street (lined with many fine buildings from the coaching era) with its market square is at its south end and a charming cobbled area in front of Boroughbridge Hall is at the north end.
		The town is steeped in history, including the neothlithic ‘Devils Arrows’ standing stones; the extensive Roman remains at nearby Aldborough; and the site of the 14th Century ‘Battle of Boroughbridge’, which saw the defeat of the rebel Earl of Lancaster.
	www.northyorkshiretowns.co.uk /towns/boroughbridge.html (139 words)

	William I. Daggett, Henry I. Daggett , UK,- Descendants of
		The last trace of him I have is no 13 Queen Anne Street, London in the 1960's, he was a member of the Royal College of Surgeons, and this address is adjacent to Harley Street.I do not know if he died in London or not, or if he had children.
		He had a sister I believe, Edith?/ Ethel?, who I think lived in Boroughbridge area up until her death in the 1980/1990's, but again do not know of any children.
		I lived in the family's big old house in Boroughbridge during the mid 1990's, and discovered several precious items belonging to the Daggett's in an old loft at the house, which I would be very pleased to be able to pass on to the present family is I could trace them
	genforum.genealogy.com /daggett/messages/586.html (219 words)

	GENUKI: Goldsborough
		of Knaresborough, 6 from Wetherby and Boroughbridge, 16 from York.
		The Church is a rectory, dedicated to St. Mary (see Churches for photograph), in the deanry of Boroughbridge, diocese of Chester, value £10.
		At Flaxby is a school for boys and girls of the township, but by whom founded is not known.
	www.genuki.org.uk:8080 /big/eng/YKS/WRY/Goldsborough/index.html (385 words)

	Photo of Boroughbridge, High Street 1907
		Be the first to add a memory of Boroughbridge, High Street
		I was born in Annes Cafe Boroughbridge in 1940 (we were lodging there).
		we moved from Boroughbridge to Merseyside sometime between 1940 and 1945 I will have to research exactly when.
	www.francisfrith.com /pageloader.asp?page=/search/photos/viewphoto.asp&neg=58629&townid=B144&collectionid=10&start=1&isbn=&action=navprevphoto&keywords= (486 words)

	Boroughbridge High School - News
		Boroughbridge High School pupil William Sommerville, 18, is riding high after achieving A grades in Physics, Chemistry and Maths.
		William who is going to Nottingham University to study Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, enjoys show jumping in his spare time.
		Other Boroughbridge High School successes include Helen Pickburn, 18, who is going to University College London to study Medicine and is also 18.
	www.boroughbridge-high.n-yorks.sch.uk /news/index.html (177 words)

	Boroughbridge High School - Welcome
		I am delighted to introduce you to Boroughbridge High School and to try to give you some insight into what makes this school unique.
		High expectations, good supportive relationships and an ethos of opportunity and challenge are the hallmarks of our school.
		Boroughbridge High is an open and welcoming school.
	www.boroughbridge-high.n-yorks.sch.uk (278 words)

	Biographies - Manuscripts & Special Collections - The University of Nottingham
		William Hirst (fl 1818-1839; solicitor and postmaster of Boroughbridge, Yorkshire)
		William Hirst moved to Boroughbridge to start work as an attorney there in 1818.
		Hirst acted as the steward of the Duke of Newcastle's manors of Aldborough and Boroughbridge, and worked as a general agent for the 4th Duke of Newcastle in relation to his tenants and elections.
	www.nottingham.ac.uk /is/services/mss/online/biographies/index.phtml?biog=william-hirst (99 words)

	Boroughbridge West Riding through time \| Local history overview for the place
		For the best overall sense of how the area containing Boroughbridge has changed, please see our redistricted information for the modern district of Harrogate.
		There are thirteen references to Boroughbridge in our collection of historical travel writing, describing Britain between the twelfth and nineteenth centuries.
		Most of the information in the "Vision of Britain" system is held for administrative units, such as parishes and various kinds of district.
	www.visionofbritain.org.uk /place/place_page.jsp?p_id=11621 (165 words)

	Boroughbridge Self Catering Holiday Cottages - Cottage Breaks
		Whether you chose to visit Boroughbridge for a short break in Boroughbridge, or stay a little longer you are sure to find the holiday cottage accommodation in Boroughbridge you are seeking in our fine selection of holiday rentals and Boroughbridge self catering accommodations.
		Boroughbridge cottage holidays, your guide to last minute bookings on self-catering holiday homes and cottage rental.
		Boroughbridge Cottages 4 You offer over 9,000 quality, inspected rentals in England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales and France
	cottage-breaks.co.uk /North-Yorkshire/Boroughbridge-cottages.htm (249 words)

	Hotels, Boroughbridge: Terrific Cheap Boroughbridge Bed & Breakfast Hotels.
		A confirmation email is delivered with every guest booking with contact and travel details to help you cancel or confirm your hotel break or bed and breakfast stay.
		Full descriptions of all these Boroughbridge hotels and last-minute travel offers are available on the hotel homepages.
		Last-minute short-break offers and destination discounts are arranged at the disgression of our online travel merchants who provide bookings and reservations up to and including the day of departure for business and holiday guests alike.
	www.room4u.org.uk /hotels/boroughbridge/index.asp (291 words)

	Boroughbridge estate agents with property for sale - YO51, North Yorkshire, England
		Boroughbridge is a small town in North Yorkshire, England.
		Thirty have been sold here at an average price of £187,397, which is around the national average for existing semi-detached houses and is around the average selling price in North Yorkshire for this property type.
		We processed four estate agent contact requests here during the past twelve months, 20% fewer than previous twelve-month period and three people used Estate Angels to contact a mortgage adviser in Boroughbridge during the last twelve months, which is a decrease of 75% over the preceding twelve months.
	www.estateangels.co.uk /estate_agents/boroughbridge (551 words)

	Boroughbridge
		Augustus FitzRoy, who was later Prime Minister as the 3rd Duke of Grafton, was elected MP for Boroughbridge in 1756, but he never sat for the borough as he preferred to represent Bury St. Edmunds, where he had also been elected.
		Close to Boroughbridge is the village of Aldborough, once the site of the Roman settlement Isurium Brigantum(SE406664).
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	www.boroughbridge-online.co.uk (208 words)

	BOROUGHBRIDGE ESTATE AGENTS - Property and houses for sale or rent in Boroughbridge and surrounding area.
		BOROUGHBRIDGE ESTATE AGENTS - Property and houses for sale or rent in Boroughbridge and surrounding area.
		Let a good number of agents in Boroughbridge know your needs - our 'one e-mail to all Boroughbridge Estate Agents' button at the top of the homepage is ideal for this.
		Standard lending ratios are usually three times the principal earner's gross income plus one times the second, or two and a half times joint gross income.
	www.boroughbridge-estateagents.co.uk (1244 words)

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