jan 1, 1281 - General
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There is mention of a Court being held in Leek.
There is a mention of ‘Elyot le quarehour’ (Elliot the Quarrier) who formerly held land near Leek churchyard. This indicates quarrying is taking place in the area.
Church brook, later Ball Haye brook, is known as ‘kyrkebroke’ (Kirkbrook) The Church in Leek is, by this date, dedicated to St. Edward.
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