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Market Drayton, Shropshire, England: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Market_Drayton_-_geograph.org.uk_-_276452.jpgAuthor: www fotodiscs4u co uk
Market Drayton is a small market town in northeastern Shropshire, England. It is near the border with Staffordshire. The River Tern flows through Markey Drayton as does the Shropshire Union Canal. The town has a population of 10,500 people (2012 estimate).
Market Drayton dates back to at least the 17th century. It has been called differently during different times in history. Until 1695 it was known simply as Drayton. Then in 1868 it was known as Drayton in Hales. Most of the buildings in town date from the 17th century, as a major fire destroyed almost everything earlier than that. As a reminder of the fire, a bell is hung at the Buttercross in the town's market square. It is to be rung if ever there is another fire.
Market Drayton is today a small English town. Its main industry is producing sausages. The sausage factory started in 1965 is today owned by the Kerry Group. It remains the largest employer in town. Other local products include yogurt and gingerbread.
Visiting Market Drayton
From London, take the M1 motorway to Junction 19, then continue on the M6 motorway till Junction 15. Head west on the A5182 until it joins the A53. Continue west on the A53 until you arrive at Market Drayton.
Shropshire Union Canal: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:View_north_west_along_Shropshire_Union_Canal_-_geograph.org.uk_-_257637.jpgAuthor: Espresso Addict
Places of Interest in Market Drayton
- Audley's Cross: Cross marking the spot on which James Touchet, Loud Audley, was killed at the Battle of Blore Heath in 1459.
- Blore Heath: Sparsely populated farmland in Staffordshire, near to Market Drayton.
- Buntingsdale Hall: Historic country hall in Sutton upon Tern, to the southwest of Market Drayton. It is today a Grade II* listed building.
- Pell Wall Hall: Neoclassical country house constructed between 1822 and 1828.
- The Devil's Ring and Finger: Neolithic standing stones about 5 km from Market Drayton.
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