East Staffordshire market town of Uttoxeter is far from being a one-trick pony
But this pretty East Staffordshire market town is far from being a one-trick pony. Market Place is the town’s unspoilt, cobbled centre. Granted its Royal Charter in 1252, Uttoxeter has no fewer than 65 listed buildings. There’s fascinating history wherever you look, with striking black-and-white gables and a bas-relief on the splendid conduit, which tells the story of Dr Johnson’s penance. Uttoxeter once had a famous livestock market, but it closed in 2001 due to foot and mouth and never re-opened. Pictured is Market Place The distinguished 18th-century man of letters was a local la...
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