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Netherton is a name shared by several different places, mostly small towns or villages, in both England and Scotland. When you see a name like Netherton, it often means "lower farm" or "southern farm" in old English. Because many places were named this way long ago, it's common to find several locations with the same name.

This page helps you find the specific Netherton you might be looking for, whether it's a village, a part of a larger city, or even a historic manor house.

Netherton Places in England

England has many places called Netherton, spread across different counties. Each one has its own unique history and features.

Netherton in Cambridgeshire

  • Netherton, Peterborough: This Netherton is located near the city of Peterborough in Cambridgeshire. It's a small area that is part of the larger Peterborough district.

Netherton in Cheshire

  • Netherton, Cheshire: You can find another Netherton in the county of Cheshire, in the northwest of England.

Netherton in Devon

  • Netherton, Farway: This Netherton is special because it refers to a historic manor house in Devon. Manor houses are large country houses that were once the main residence of a lord or wealthy landowner.

Netherton in Hampshire

  • Netherton, Hampshire: There's also a Netherton in the county of Hampshire, which is in the south of England.

Netherton in Herefordshire

  • Netherton, Herefordshire: Another Netherton is located in Herefordshire, a county known for its beautiful countryside and farming.

Netherton in Merseyside

  • Netherton, Merseyside: This Netherton is a larger area, part of the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton in Merseyside. It's close to the city of Liverpool and has grown as a residential area.

Netherton in Northumberland

  • Netherton, Northumberland: In the far north of England, Northumberland is home to another Netherton. This county is famous for its castles and rugged coastline.

Netherton in Oxfordshire

  • Netherton, Oxfordshire: Oxfordshire, known for the historic city of Oxford, also has a place named Netherton.

Netherton in West Midlands

  • Netherton, West Midlands: This Netherton is a town within the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley. It has a rich industrial history, especially linked to the Black Country region.
    • Netherton Tunnel Branch Canal: A notable feature here is the Netherton Tunnel Branch Canal, an important part of the canal network built during the Industrial Revolution to transport goods.

Netherton in West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire has two different places named Netherton:

  • Netherton, Kirklees: One Netherton is found within the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees.
  • Netherton, Wakefield: The other is located near the city of Wakefield.

Netherton in Worcestershire

  • Netherton, Worcestershire: Finally, in Worcestershire, a county in the West Midlands, you'll find another Netherton.

Netherton Places in Scotland

Scotland also has several places named Netherton, each contributing to the country's diverse geography.

Netherton in Angus

  • Netherton, Angus: This Netherton is located in Angus, a council area on the east coast of Scotland.

Netherton in Glasgow

  • Netherton, Glasgow: In Scotland's largest city, Glasgow, there's a district called Netherton. It's part of the urban landscape of this vibrant city.

Netherton in Perth and Kinross

  • Netherton, Perth and Kinross: Another Netherton is found in the council area of Perth and Kinross, known for its stunning natural beauty and historic towns.

Netherton in North Lanarkshire

  • Netherton, North Lanarkshire: North Lanarkshire, a central belt council area, also has a Netherton.

Netherton in Stirling

  • Netherton, Stirling: This Netherton is near Blanefield, within the Stirling council area. Stirling is famous for its historic castle and its role in Scottish history.


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