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Here you will find my thoughts on the historical landscape and character of Cheshire.

Over the centuries, many communities have made their mark here, leaving behind fascinating clues as to previous land use.
Remnants of medieval field systems indicating deserted settlements, ribbons of ancient woodland and evidence of early exploitation, the geographical impact of established industries such as coal mining and salt extraction and of course a wealth of archeological remains and historic buildings provide us with tools to analyse the fascinating landscape around us.
Much has been written about some of the largest towns in the county, such as Chester, Northwich, Congleton and Macclesfield.  Rather than duplicate this, it will be my intention to concentrate on more rural communities, particularly in the east, but a particularly interesting topic may lead me further afield!
I will endeavour to reference and quote sources as much as possible; any inaccuracies in opinion or analysis beyond this are my own.  I do not own to be a professional in this area, merely an enthusisatic amateur!
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