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 The Parish of Barton Under Needwood

THE PHYSICAL BACKGROUND

• Geology
• Relief & Natural Drainage – ( and the effect of Drainage on Administrative Boundaries )
• Climate & Vegetation

THE HUMAN IMPACT

• Settlement
• Forestry
• Agriculture
• Population
• Education, Amenities & Recreation
• Shops
• Transport and Communications
  • Roads
  • Canal
  • Railway
• Industry & Public Utilities

Summary

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