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Photographs of Aldford, Cheshire, England, UK (2816 words) |
 | The fee of Aldford was held under the Earl of Chester by Richard de Aldford in the reign of King John (1199-1216). |
| Aldford may seem quiet now but two of its Lords were executed for involvement with leading affairs of state in the late 15th and early 16th centuries.. |
| To follow the story of Aldford in the turbulent times of the Wars of the Roses, we look next at Sir William Stanley of Holt who purchased Aldford, Nether Alderley and Etchells from Sir John Stanley of Elford. |
| Aldford Castle "Blobb Hill" Chester Cheshire England English (112 words) |
| Aldford Castle is an impressive 12th century stone motte and bailey fortress, founded by Richard de Aldford. |
| The large motte is encased by a wide wet ditch and stands within the remaining wide ramparts and wet ditches of a triangular bailey. |
| Aldford Castle is located in the village centre, off Church Lane. |
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