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  DROITWICH - LoveToKnow Article on DROITWICH   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Droitwich is governed by a mayor, 4 aldermen and 12 councillors.
Droitwich (W-ic, Salturic, Wick) probably owed its origin to the springs, which are mentioned in several charters before the Conquest.
In medieval times Droitwich was governed by two bailiffs and twelve jurats, the former being elected every year by the burgesses; Queen Mary granted the incorporation charter in 1554 under the name of the bailiffs and burgesses.
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 Droitwich Canal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Droitwich Canal is a synthesis of two canals in Worcestershire, England; the Droitwich Barge Canal and the Droitwich Junction Canal, in England.
The Droitwich Junction Canal on the other hand was not opened until 1854 making it one of the last canals built in the canal mania era.
The junction canal was built to carry salt from Droitwich to the Worcester and Birmingham Canal.
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 Droitwich Spa - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Droitwich Spa is a town in northern Worcestershire, England, on the River Salwarpe.
Near Droitwich there is the central longwave broadcasting facility of the UK (Wychbold BBC transmitter), which is also used for transmissions in the medium wave range, AM transmitter Droitwich.
It was sited near Droitwich because the huge block of underground salt provided a good ground earth and increased signal strength (as related by Mr.
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 Droitwich Spa -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Droitwich Spa is a town in northern (A savory sauce of vinegar and soy sauce and spices) Worcestershire, England.
Opened in the (The decade from 1930 to 1939) 1930s was the town's (A recreational facility including a swimming pool for water sports) lido, a large open-air swimming pool, which used diluted brine from beneath the town.
Near Droitwich there is the central longwave broadcasting facility of the UK, which is also used for transmissions in the medium wave range, (Click link for more info and facts about AM transmitter Droitwich) AM transmitter Droitwich.
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 Droitwich - Worcestershire
The historic town of Droitwich Spa is known for being a Brine Spa.
Droitwich was known as "Salinae" by the Romans - this means the place of salt, salt was originally produced here by prehistoric salt makers.
Droitwich developed as a fashionable Spa through the efforts of the leading entrepreneur of the day - John Corbett, the member of parliament and Droitwich "Salt King", who built the truely magnificent Chateau Impney (now a hotel) with its castle turrets and splendid French gardens.
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 DROITWICH   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Droitwich ist der Standort einer großen Rundfunksendeanlage für Lang- und Mittelwelle.
Von Droitwich aus sendet seit 1934 die BBC.
Daneben existieren noch in Droitwich zwei abgespannte selbststrahlende Stahlfachwerkmasten über die noch drei Mittelwellensender ihre Programme auf den Frequenzen 693 kHz, 1053 kHz und 1215 kHz abstrahlen.
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 Droitwich Spa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Droitwich Spa is a town in northern Worcestershire England.
In the time of the it was known as "Salinae" and several Roman roads ran to the town.
In the 19th century Droitwich became famous a Spa town ; unlike other places the medicinal benefits not derived from drinking the spa water is almost saturated brine); but from the relief derived by swimming and floating in a dense concentrated salt solution at the Brine Baths (first opened in 1830).
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 DROITWICH - Encyclopedia Britannica - DROITWICH - JCSM's Study Center   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The principal occupation is the manufacture of the salt obtained from the brine springs or wyches, to which the town probably owes both its name and its origin.
Droitwich (Wic, Salturic, With) probably owed its origin to the springs, which are mentioned in several charters before the Conquest.
The burgesses of Droitwich are mentioned in the Domesday Survey, but they probably only had certain franchises in connexion with the salt trade.
jcsm.org /StudyCenter/Encyclopedia_Britannica/DIO_DRO/DROITWICH.html   (828 words)

  
 Droitwich Canals   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Droitwich Spa is a town in northern Worcestershire,England.
In the time of the Romans, it was known as "Salinae", and several Roman roads ran to the town.
In the 19th century, Droitwich became famous as a Spa town ; unlike other places,the medicinal benefits were not derived from drinking the spa water (which is almost saturated brine); but from the muscularrelief derived by swimming and floating in such a dense, concentrated salt solution, at the town's Brine Baths (first opened in 1830).
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 History of Droitwich Spa
Droitwich used to enjoy regional, national, and, international prominence thanks to the natural resource found beneath the town.
In 1215 ownership of the salt was passed to the Gentry of Droitwich in return for an annual rent to the Crown of £100.
The subsidence which has affected many buildings in and around High Street is also fairly recent, a result of the pumping of the brine stream, which runs beneath High Street, to the new works at Stoke Prior after the turn of the 20th Century.
www.droitwich.net /History.html   (755 words)

  
 This is Worcestershire | CommuniGate | Droitwich Spa Amateur Boxing Club
DROITWICH ABC is centrally situated in Kidderminster Road on the canalside near the junction with Hampton Road and Union Lane
DROITWICH ABC welcomes newcomers (male and female)of all ages (9-90), though only those aged between 11 and 34 may box competitively.
DROITWICH ABC is affiliated to the Birmingham Federation of Clubs for Young People which offers members a range of courses in sport and other activities including residential courses and holidays
www.communigate.co.uk /worcs/droitwichamateurboxingclub/index.phtml   (1274 words)

  
 Latest News | Droitwich Spa Rugby Football Club
Mark was small in stature but a giant in the junior rugby scene, particularly at Droitwich RFC where he coached and was the mentor to very many young players, a number of whom are currently in the first team squad.
Droitwich rotated their players throughout the game in order that they would be rested in readiness for their cup game against Luctonians next week.
Droitwich had the strong wind on their backs in the first period and immediately established forward supremacy.
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 Droitwich Rugby Football Club, Hereford and Worcester's best amateur rugby club
Droitwich Rugby Club prides itself on its friendly atmosphere, excellent facilities and competitive teams throughout the age groups.
Droitwich RFC is holding a LUSH Party on Wednesday 7th December at 7.30 p.m....
Droitwich rotated their players throughout the game in order that they would be rested in...
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 Droitwich RFC Minis & Juniors
Droitwich RFC strives to ensure that any child, irrespective of age or gender, is able to play the game of rugby in a safe and fun environment.
Droitwich U15's continued their impressive start to the season to keep their 100% record going.
Droitwich U15's continued their impressive start to the season with a win over a very strong Hereford side to continue their 100% record.
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The Romans knew Droitwich as "Salinae" - the place of salt, but they were not the first to exploit the Droitwich brine; it is known that salt was originally produced here by prehistoric salt makers.
By 1876 Droitwich had developed as a fashionable Spa through the efforts of the leading entrepreneur of the day - John Corbett, the member of parliament and Droitwich "Salt King", who built the exuberant Chateau Impney (now a hotel) with its soaring turrets, mansard roof and classical French gardens.
Natural Droitwich brine is still used in the Lido and diluted to the strength of sea water to give seaside bathing in the Heart of England's countryside
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 Car Hire Droitwich UK from car rentals.co.uk
The historic yet modern town of Droitwich, just northeast of Worcester, has been popular ever since its natural salt water springs were developed in Victorian times.
At the Droitwich Spa Brine Baths Complex the mineral waters are used for their unique and therapeutic bathing values.
The Droitwich Heritage Centre houses a permanent history display, which traces the town from a prehistoric salt settlement to the luxurious present-day spa.
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 Droitwich   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Droitwich Group meets regularly on the second Monday in the month from October to March, at the Methodist Church Hall in the town (more details on this page), and also offers outdoor summer meetings depending on demand.
Droitwich Local Group relies on its local members to deliver newsletters three times a year (April, September and January).
Droitwich's network of deliverers saves the Trust postage and enables valuable Trust funds to be spent elsewhere.
www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk /local/droitwich.htm   (934 words)

  
 Droitwich Heritage Centre
The Droitwich Spa Heritage Centre opened in 1980 and is housed on the former Brine Baths site, which was first established in the 1880's.
The "award winning" Droitwich Spa Tourist Information Centre has an excellent and comprehensive selection of free literature allowing visitors to "discover" places to visit and things to see and do, all over the UK, but especially in and around the beautiful county of Worcestershire.
Droitwich Spa brine exists far below the ground and emanates at the surface as springs.
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 Droitwich
This is Droitwich Spa - Guide with news, sports and leisure activities, schools, businesses, and other local resources.
Droitwich Football - News for all the clubs in the local area, plus photographs, contacts, and links.
St Peter de Witton, Droitwich Spa - Detailed information covering service times, forthcoming events, groups and activities, baptisms and weddings, church aims and ministry times and the history of the building.
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 DROITWICH - Online Information article about DROITWICH
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Droitwich (Wic, Salturic, With) probably owed its origin to the springs, which are mentioned in several charters before the See also:
The burgesses of Droitwich are mentioned in the Domesday Survey, but they probably only had certain franchises in connexion with the salt See also:
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 Droitwich Knee Clinic - diagnosis, treatment, knee disorders, ligament, osteotomies, menisci, semilunar cartilages, ...
The Droitwich Knee Clinic was established in 1988 as a specialist centre for the diagnosis and treatment of knee disorders under the directorship of Mr.
The Droitwich Knee Clinic is recognised as an international teaching centre by ISAKOS (the International Society for Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery, Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine).
As a group of experts in our chosen field, we believe that we can offer a unique service to the professional or amateur sportsman, the athlete with a knee injury and the middle aged or older person with degenerative conditions of the knee.
www.sovereign-publications.com /droitwich-kneeclinic.htm   (568 words)

  
 Droitwich news coverage - Latest Droitwich news from the Droitwich Advertiser   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
PROPERTY tycoon and owner of a Droitwich based housing firm has had to call in the receivers to several of his companies.
TRAGEDY struck at Droitwich Spa Rugby Football Club when a respected and well liked player and coach died after suffering a heart attack during a match.
A SIGHT from Droitwich Spa's past will once again be seen after the town's Wych Barge project was given the green light when it won ITV's People's Millions lottery programme.
www.thisisdroitwichspa.co.uk /news   (291 words)

  
 Droitwich Acupuncture   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
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Droitwich is a small town in the heart of Worcestershire.
It is situated on the A38 road between Worcester (7 miles to the south) and Bromsgrove (8 miles to the north).
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 Taxi in Droitwich - find a taxi in Droitwich, Worcester now.
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 Droitwich Hotels | accommodation - hotels in Droitwich Worcestershire Cotswolds
From Droitwich you can explore the beautiful Cotswolds and Chilterns, an area of rich countryside, historic market towns and villages.
Droitwich fame used to be for the natural resource found beneath the town - Salt.
Oldbury Farm is an elegant and comfortable Georgian Farmhouse overlooking Worcester and set in beautiful countryside adjacent to Elgar's birthplace and museum.
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Droitwich's famous Brine Bath was erected by the Victorians who enjoyed the waters, sometimes languishing all day!
The effect of bathing is not only wonderfully relaxing but also offers remarkable relief from muscular aches and pains, rheumatic stiffness, and general stress and tension so common in today's hectic lifestyles.
The Droitwich Spa Brine Bath is part of The Droitwich Spa Hospital.
www.brinebath.co.uk   (323 words)

  
 Droitwich main page : British Waterways   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The 7.5 mile (12 km) Droitwich Canal's link the Worcester and Birmingham Canal with the River Severn and are the subject of a major restoration project.
There are two canals which meet in Droitwich (link to map of canals), the Barge Canal was built in 1771 and the Junction Canal in 1854.
The restoration project is being led by the Droitwich Canals Partnership which includes The Waterways Trust, Worcestershire County Council, Wychavon District Council, The Droitwich Canals Trust and British Waterways (Link to Partners and Links page).
www.britishwaterways.co.uk /droitwich/index.html   (300 words)

  
 Droitwich Spa estate agents with property for sale - WR9, Worcestershire, England
Droitwich Spa is a town in Worcestershire, England.
Fifty-nine have been sold here at an average price of £157,624, which is around the national average for existing semi-detached houses and is around the average selling price in Worcestershire for this property type.
We processed thirteen estate agent contact requests in Droitwich Spa during the past twelve months, 43.5% fewer than previous twelve-month period and twenty-five mortgage advisers were contacted in Droitwich Spa during the last twelve months by people using the Estate Angels service, which is an increase of 4.2% over the preceding twelve months.
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 Web Droitwich at Local.co.uk
The Droitwich Canals Trust is actively pursuing of The Droitwich Barge Canal which runs from the river severn near Worcester and the Droitwich Junction canal which joins Droitwich to the Worcester & Birmingham Canal at Hanbury Wharf.
Droitwich Hotel - Find Hotel Rooms allows you to find and book UK hotel rooms, we cover all areas of the UK and offer great hotel room rates.
THE TRANSMISSION GALLERY DROITWICH Worcestershire LF Radio Data The Droitwich site is considered to be one of the most important in the country because it transmits the Radio 4 Long Wave service.
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