Aspall facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Aspall |
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 Aspall
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| Area | 3.41 km2 (1.32 sq mi) |
| Population | 60 (est. 2005) |
| • Density | 18/km2 (47/sq mi) |
| OS grid reference | TM171653 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Stowmarket |
| Postcode district | IP14 |
| Police | Suffolk |
| Fire | Suffolk |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Aspall is a small village and civil parish located in the Mid Suffolk area of Suffolk, England. In 2001, about 52 people lived there. By 2005, the population was estimated to be around 60. It's about 15 miles north of Ipswich and 12 miles south of Diss.
Aspall's Early History
Aspall has a long history, dating back over 900 years. The village is mentioned in the Domesday Book, a famous survey from 1086. This book recorded that Aspall had 24 households. These included five freemen and 19 smallholders. The survey also counted many animals, like 60 pigs, 24 sheep, and 13 cattle. Important landowners like Odo of Bayeux and Robert Malet held lands in Aspall at that time.
Aspall Cyder and Moated Homes
Aspall is well-known for its cider, made by Aspall Cyder. This company is run by the Chevallier family, who live at Aspall Hall. Aspall Hall is a special type of house called a moated house. This means it has a ditch filled with water around it, like a small castle.
There are actually four moated houses very close to each other in this area. Besides Aspall Hall, there's Aspall House, Moat Farm, and Kenton Hall. Kenton Hall is in the nearby village of Kenton, Suffolk.
Local Landmarks and Famous Connections
The village has a historic church called Our Lady of Grace. Its tower was built in the 15th century, which makes it over 500 years old. In the churchyard, you can find the grave of Emeric Pressburger. He was a famous film producer.
Aspall also has a connection to a well-known historical figure. Sir Herbert Kitchener was a famous British general. He was given a special title in 1898: Baron Kitchener of Khartoum, and of Aspall in the County of Suffolk. This shows Aspall's place in history.
