A vision of Britain through time
A vision of Britain from 1801 to now.
Including maps, statistical trends and historical descriptions.
A vision of Britain through time
A vision of Britain from 1801 to now.
Including maps, statistical trends and historical descriptions.
Ollerton, small town and township, Edwinstowe par., Notts, on river Maun, 9 miles NE. of Mansfield, 1708 ac., pop. 818; P.O., T.O., 1 Bank. The town is pleasantly situated in a well-wooded valley near the N. border of Sherwood Forest, is surrounded by fine scenery, and affords facilities for excursions to the most interesting places in Sherwood Forest. The cultivation of hops is the only industry.
(John Bartholomew, Gazetteer of the British Isles (1887))
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| Feature Description: | "small town" (ADL Feature Type: "cities") |
| Administrative units: | Edwinstowe CP/AP Nottinghamshire AncC |
| Place: | Ollerton |
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