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Shaw & Crompton Parish Council History
Under the Local Government Act 1972, Shaw & Crompton’s Urban District status was abolished, and the area has,…
Important dates in our history
Below you will find some important milestones in Shaw & Crompton’s history.
Beating the Bounds
This ancient ritual was once commonplace in villages across the UK. Now a largely forgotten tradition – Shaw…
Map of how times have changed
Below you can compare an old map of Shaw & Crompton (circa 1900) with a modern day map.…
Published
August 4, 2025
Last Updated
August 21, 2025