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, and south-east of Ellesmere.
| English Frankton | |
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 Finger post in English Frankton | |
  English Frankton Location within Shropshire | |
| OS grid reference | SJ450299 |
| Civil parish | |
| Unitary authority | |
| Ceremonial county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | ELLESMERE |
| Postcode district | SY12 |
| Dialling code | 01939 |
| Police | West Mercia |
| Fire | Shropshire |
| Ambulance | West Midlands |
| UK Parliament | |
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
- Welsh Frankton
- Lower Frankton
References
- Raven, M. A Guide to Shropshire, 2005, p.78
- Hinde, T. The Domesday Book, Crown, 1985, p.227
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