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Is Burton on Trent a nice place to live?

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Is Burton on Trent a nice place to live?

Burton has interesting places to visit, some fine and tasteful independent shops, and an abundance of cafés and eateries. The excellent modern library at Riverside was a great source of information with very helpful staff. Burton is a straightforward, friendly town, and is all the better for it.

What is Burton on Trent famous for?

brewing
Burton is known for its brewing. The town grew up around Burton Abbey. Burton Bridge was also the site of two battles, in 1322, when Edward II defeated the rebel Earl of Lancaster and in 1643 when royalists captured the town during the First English Civil War.

What does pump mean on old maps?

P = Pool or Pump. W = Well. G.P = Guide Post (signpost)

Where can I find old maps online?

Listed below are some pointers to some of the more popular places to finding historical maps.

  • City Libraries. The first place to look for a city map is the obvious low-tech destination: the library.
  • USGS Maps.
  • Historic Aerials.
  • Sanborn Maps.
  • Library of Congress.
  • Big Map Blog.
  • Oddens’ Bookmark.

What is the crime rate in Burton-on-Trent?

20 crimes per 1,000 people
Crime and Safety in Burton upon Trent. Burton upon Trent is the safest major town in Staffordshire, and is the 49th safest overall out of Staffordshire’s 197 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Burton upon Trent in 2021 was 20 crimes per 1,000 people.

What’s the population of Burton-on-Trent?

The Greater Burton area accounts for 60.9% of all Borough residents and has a population of 63,203.

Is Burton-on-Trent worth visiting?

Not only is it the brewing capital of the world but the town is also an ideal hotspot for visitors, with lots of things to do and places to see in the town and round about. There is plenty to keep visitors amused especially being in the summer holidays.

What food is Burton famous for?

Marmite – we certainly LOVE it With so much brewing going on in the town, there is inevitably going to be a lot of by-products generated as a result – with one of the more famous being yeast extract which if you hail from Burton you know is used to create the brown nectar – Marmite.

What does P mean on an old map?

Pole. P. Post. P. Post Office (small scales)

What does V mean on a map?

Vehicle
(V) Vehicle; (P) Passenger. Ferry.