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Oct 7, 20211 min read

Ashburton's History and its Town Crest

Ashburton's unique history is believed to have begun in Saxon times and is reflected in the Ashburton town crest and the continuing...

Oct 7, 20212 min read

Who is The Lord of The Borough?

No one individual is the Lord of the Borough of Ashburton - so who is it Historically the title "Lord of the Borough of Ashburton" passed...

Oct 7, 20213 min read

Roles in the Court

Each role in the Courts Leet & Baron has a historical significance - what did they do?