Edwardstone facts for kids
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| Area | 7.555 km2 (2.917 sq mi) |
| Population | 375 (2021 census) |
| • Density | 50/km2 (130/sq mi) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Sudbury |
| Postcode district | CO10 |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Edwardstone is a small village and parish in the Suffolk county of England. It is located in the Babergh area. In 2021, about 375 people lived here.
The parish includes several small areas called hamlets, like Mill Green, Priory Green, Round Maple, and Sherbourne Street. It also has Edwardstone Woods, which is a special natural area. Edwardstone is near other villages such as Boxford and Great Waldingfield.
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History of Edwardstone
The name "Edwardstone" comes from old English words meaning 'Eadweard's farm' or 'settlement'. The village was mentioned in the famous Domesday Book, which was a big survey of England made in 1086. Back then, it was called Eduardestuna.
Edwardstone Priory
There was once a monastery called Edwardstone Priory in the area known as Priory Green. It was started by Peter, who was the Bishop of Winchester, during the time of King John. This priory was connected to a larger monastery called Abingdon. Later, the monks who lived there moved to Colne Priory. The name "Priory Green" likely comes from this old monastery.
Famous People from Edwardstone
Edwardstone is known as the birthplace of John Winthrop. He was a very important person who helped found the Massachusetts Bay Colony in America. This colony was one of the first English settlements in what is now the United States.
Changes Over Time
In the past, Edwardstone was part of an area called the Babergh Hundred. Later, it became part of the Cosford Rural District in 1894. In 1974, it joined the Babergh district, which is part of the non-metropolitan county of Suffolk.
The village school in Edwardstone closed in 1960. Another independent school, Edwardstone House School, also closed its doors in 1993.
Important Buildings
Edwardstone has 31 buildings that are "listed." This means they are important old buildings that are protected because of their history or special design.
- St Mary's Church: The village church, St Mary's, is a Grade I listed building. This is the highest level of protection for historic buildings in England.
- Mill Green: This hamlet has nine buildings that are Grade II listed. They are all old houses made with timber frames and plaster. Some of these include Crossways, Earls Cottages, and The Thatched Cottage.
- Priory Green: In Priory Green, there are five Grade II listed buildings. These include Lynn's Hall, Priory Cottage, and Priory Farmhouse.
- Round Maple: This area has four Grade II listed buildings. They are also timber-framed and plastered houses. Examples include Flushing Farm and Little Thatch, which has a thatched roof.
Notable Residents
Many interesting people have lived in Edwardstone over the years:
- Joseph Brand (1605-1674): He was a merchant and landowner. He also served as a Member of Parliament for Sudbury.
- Thomas Browne (1889-1978): He was an important church leader, serving as the Archdeacon of Ipswich for many years.
- John Hoskyns (1927-2014): He was an advisor to Margaret Thatcher when she was the Prime Minister. He led her Policy Unit from 1979 to 1982.
- Henry Lowry-Corry (1845–1927): He was a Colonel in the British Army and also a politician. He was a Member of Parliament for County Tyrone.
- William Ward, 1st Earl of Dudley (1817-1885): He was a wealthy landowner who also gave a lot of money to good causes.
- John Winthrop (1587/88-1649): As mentioned before, he was a Puritan lawyer and a key person in starting the Massachusetts Bay Colony in America.
See also
In Spanish: Edwardstone para niños
