jan 1, 1300 - General

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The convergence of roads on the north-west, southwest and east sides of the town and the pattern of property boundaries have suggested to some that the medieval town may have had a hard boundary, perhaps an earth bank pierced with gates. The boundary of Leek and Lowe township is formed by various watercourses: the Churnet on the north-west and west, Leek brook on the south, and Kniveden brook.

St Edwards Church serves a large parish which includes the dependent chapels at Cheddleton, Horton, Ipstones, Meerbrook, Onecote and Rushton Spencer

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