Newspaper article and notices mainly relating to sales or lettings of property in Waters Upton – land itself, houses and farms, plus farm stock/implements, and household items, when sold in connection with leaving a property. Original spellings have been retained. A small number of non-newspaper items are also included here: a couple of poll book abstracts (which give details of those eligible to vote based on land ownership), and the Waters Upton entries from 1873 Return of Owners of Land.
I hope to add indexes for the names of owners / occupiers, and also the names or locations of the properties, detailed in the items below, in due course.
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1760
To be Sold,
At the Talbot in Shrewsbury, on Tuesday the 12th Day of August, 1760, between the Hours of Three and Eight in the Afternoon,
SEVERAL Freehold Estates late of Mr. Edward Blakeway of Shrewsbury, Draper, in the following Lots: […]
LOT 2. Mr. Edward Blakeway’s Life Estate, in several Freehold Tenements in Waters Upton, in the County of Salop, in the Holding of Joseph James, at [£]24. a Year, of Widow Picken, at [£]3. 10s. a Year, of Widow Haynes, at [£]3. a Year, of Joseph Owen, at [£]1. 10s. a Year, and a Tenement in Cold Hatton, in the Holding of Edward Mytton at [£]7. a Year, subject to a chief Rent of 20 Shillings. […]
Note, The Three first Lots are the setled [sic] Estates of Mr. Blakeway, and can only be sold for his Life: The Nine other Lots are to be sold in Fee.
For further Particulars enquire of Mr. Ashby, Mr. Henry Blakeway, or Mr. Bolas in Shrewsbury.
Aris’s Birmingham Gazette, 21 Jul 1760, page 4.
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1777
To be Let and entered on at Lady Day next, A FARM in Waters Upton, in the County of Salop, upwards of 60 Acres of good Arable, Pasture and Meadow Land, with an extensive Right of Common upon the Wilde Moore, and a new convenient Publick House, and other Buildings in good Repair. For further Particulars enquire of Mr. Ore, of Orleton.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 22 Mar 1777, page 3.
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1803
SHROPSHIRE.
TO be SOLD by AUCTION,
(On THE PREMISES)
On the 14th and 15th Days of March, 1803,
By GLOVER and SON;
All the Valuable LIVE STOCK, IMPLEMENTS in HUSBANDRY, Part of the HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, with all the Brewing and Dairy Utensils, belonging to Mr. ICKE, of WATERS UPTON, in the County of Salop.
Catalogues will be prepared in Time, and to be had at the principal Inns in the Market Towns in the Neighbourhood.
The Sale to begin each Day at Ten o’clock in the Forenoon.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 4 Mar 1803, page 2. Also 11 Mar 1803, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
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1804
Useful and profitable Farming Stock.
By Wrights,
WILL BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
On the premises, at Waters Upton, near Wellington, in the county of Salop, on Tuesday the 3d day of April, 1804.
ALL the Farming Stock, Implements in Husbandry, and a part of the Household Furniture, of Mr. JOHN WASE, who is declining the farming business: consisting of eleven dairy cows, calved and incalf, five in-calf heifers, on barren ditto, one bullock, six one year old calves; three capital draught horses; thirty-five Ryeland ewes, lambed and in lamb, twenty two yearlings, ditto, fifteen wethers, and three rams of the Ryeland breed; two gilts in pig, eleven store pigs; two waggons, two tumbrels, one long cart and geering, one road cart, tax cart and harness, geering complete for four horses; five pair of harrows, two single ploughs, three stack frames and pillars; five ladders, one large step ladder, land roller, two drag rakes, and two wheelbarrows; a quantity of old iron, and upward of sixty tons of excellent hay, in lots, with a variety of other farming utensils.
The Furniture consists of mahogany and walnut chairs; three pair of bedsteads; oak tables, stands, chests of drawers, and bureau, a quantity of books, law, divinity, &c. five pair of brass candlesticks, fenders, two cheese presses, cheese vats, [churn?], barrels, fourteen wood bottles; pots, kettles, and brass pans; a large quantity of pewter, and other articles; fine high bred black pointer dog, fleet as a greyhound, steady, staunch, points in a superior [stile?] of excellence, and was broke in the last season.
The character of the above Cows, in their own neighbourhood, for good milkers, is beyond description. The Sheep and Hay will be sold in Lots; and as the whole of the property will be disposed of without reserve, in one day, the auctioneers request the early attendance of the public.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 24 Mar 1804, page 1. Also 31 Mar 1804, page 4.
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1811
TO be SOLD by AUCTION,
By R. POOLE,
At the Pheasant Inn, Wellington, on Thursday the 21st day of Match, inst. between the hours of four and six in the afternoon, subject to conditions;
All that Freehold DWELLING HOUSE, with sashed front, a parlour, kitchen, brewhouse, and pantry, on the ground floor; excellent cellar; 4 good lodging rooms; large kitchen garden and flower garden; desirably situate in the pleasant village of Waters Upton, in the county of Salop. Immediate possession may be had.
Mr. Dicken, of Waters Upton aforesaid, will shew the premises; and for further particulars, apply to the Auctioneer, Wellington.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 15 Mar 1811, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
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1813
A WELL ACCUSTOMED
PUBLIC HOUSE & LANDS,
At WATERS UPTON, near Wellington, Shropshire.
TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr. BAGNOLD
(Unless sooner disposed of by private contract), at the Talbot Inn, in Wellington, in the county of Salop, on Thursday the 11th day of February, 1813, between the hours of 4 and 6 o’clock in the afternoon, subject to such conditions as shall be then produced, the following eligible Freehold Premises:
Lot I. All that well accustomed PUBLIC HOUSE, brick and tile, known by the name of The Swan, situate at WATERS UPTON, in the county of Salop, on the turnpike road leading from Wellington to Hodnet and Whitchurch, (on which there is a great coal and lime carriage,) consisting of a good kitchen, parlour, pantry, and brewhouse, with a cellar capable of containing 20 hogsheads; four best lodging rooms, and two attics; two Stables, equal to the accommodation of 18 horses; two Pig-sties, an excellent Garden, and other conveniences; a Piece of arable or pasture Land adjoining, and two other Pieces, one in pasture and the other meadow, near thereto, called Quarry Piece, Pinkhouse Croft, and Pinkhouse Meadow, containing in the whole, by estimation, five acres and three quarters, or thereabouts, now in the occupation of Charles Evans, as tenant from year to year, at the clear yearly rent of 30 guineas.
Lot II. An ALLOTMENT on Waters Upton Moor, containing about three acres, adjoining westerly to the occupation-road leading out of the new road from Kynnersley to Crudgington and southerly to an allotment to the Marquis of Stafford, being the second allotment from the last mentioned road, and in the possession of Mr. Richard Allen.
For further particulars, apply to Mr. Thomas Allen, of the Moortown, Mr. Richard Allen, of Waters Upton, or Mr. Morris, solicitor, in Newport, Shropshire.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 29 Jan 1813, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
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1815
FARMING STOCK.
TO be SOLD by AUCTION,
By R. POOLE,
On Tuesday, the 14th day of February, 1815;
All the LIVE STOCK, IMPLEMENTS in HUSBANDRY, HAY, GRAIN, Straw, Manure, and other Effects, late the property of the Rev. Mr. Hill, of Waters Upton; sear Wellington, in the county of Salop, deceased: consisting of 4 valuable dairy cows in calf, 2 heifers in calf; 2 Stirk heifers, and 2 rearing calves; 2 capital horses, 1 hack mare, and 1 poney, blood colt rising 3 years old (by SULTAN), out of one of the best Hunting Mares in the County; ditto rising 2 years old (by Ditto,) out of Ditto, and one half-bred yearling colt; 4 gelts in pig; 1 ditto with 3 pigs, 2 brawns, 2 stores, and 1 fat pig; 2 waggons; 1 tumbrel, 1 light cart, 3 ploughs, pair of twins, 1 pair of harrows, winnowing machine, 3 stack frames (on stone pillars,) 3 straw cribs; 2 ladders; 2 corn coffers, 16 bags, 2 ell rakes; lot of Wheelright’s timber, piling iron, half strike measure, seed hopper, waggon rope; with a variety of other Implements; 4 stacks of Barley; 1 stack of Wheat, and 1 of Muncorn; part of a stack of Oats, a quantity of bolting Straw, and a large mixon of Muck.
Also, a Town-built Curricle, and 2 sets of harness, in good condition
The whole of the Straw to be taken off the premises.
N. B. The Horses are in high condition, have been used to draw a Curricle, and to draw double at Plough, and for symmetry and steadiness Cannot be surpassed. The Colts are well bred, full of bone, and very promising to make capital hunters; the Cows, which are mostly of the Devon breed are excellent milkers, and will calve in time for the dairy; and the Auctioneer can with confidence recommend the whole to the attention of the public, whose attendance he requests precisely at ten o’clock in the morning, [as?] the whole will be sold in one day.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 10 Feb 1815, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
By W. WRIGHT & SON,
WILL BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
At the Swan Inn, in Waters-Upton, in the county of Salop, on Tuesday the 1st day of August, 1815, at three o’clock in the afternoon, in the following lots, or in one lot, as shall be agreed upon, and subject to such conditions as will then be produced.
LOT 1. ALL that PIECE OF LAND, situate on Rodway Moor, in the parish of Waters-Upton aforesaid, in the occupation of Mr. John Green, containing 8 acres more or less.
LOT 2.—All that Piece of Land, situated as aforesaid, and adjoining the last lot, in the occupation of the said John Green, containing 5 acres more of less.
There is a valuable Plantation of nearly 5000 poplars, ash, sycamores, &c. growing on the above Lots, in a very flourishing state.
Mr. Green at Mr. Growcott’s, of Meeson, will shew the premises, and further particulars may be known on application to the Auctioneers, or at the office of Mr. BUTTERTON, Solicitor, Market Drayton.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 22 Jul 1815, page 3. Also 29 Jul 1815, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
722 CAPITAL TIMBER TREES.
TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by S. SMITH, at the Pheasant Inn, in Wellington, in the County of Salop, on Thursday the 14th Day of December, 1815, between the Hours of Three and Six o’Clock in the Afternoon, in the following or such other Lots as shall be agreed upon at the Time of Sale, and subject to such Conditions as will then and there be produced; all those capital Oak, Ash, Elm, Poplar, and other Timber Trees, scribe-marked and numbered, and growing upon Estates at Wrockwardine, Allscott, Burcott, Clotley, Wrekin, and Hay Gate, in the Parishes of Wrockwardine and Wellington, in the said County of Salop. […]
LOT IX. 86 Oak Trees, 72 Ash, 8 Poplar, 4 Elm, 1 Alder, and 2 Crab, growing on Lands at Waters Upton, in the Occupation of Mr. Joseph James and Mr. Edward Austin.
The above Timber is sound, and chiefly of large Dimensions. Great Part of the Oak is of excellent Quality, suitable for the Navy, Quarter Boards, or any superior Purposes where large Timber is required.—The Ash and other Timber is very good, being such as is scarcely to be met with, standing contiguous to the Watling Street Road, near Wellington, and very convenient for Delivery to several large Iron Works, within five Miles of the River Severn, and nine of Shrewsbury.
William Pickering, of the Wrekin Lodge, or Thomas Bullock of Wrockwardine, will shew the first eight Lots, and Thomas Bates, of Waters Upton, Lot nine.
Further Particulars may be had on Application to R. Emery, Esq. Burcott, or Samuel Smith, the Auctioneer, at Madeley.
Aris’s Birmingham Gazette, 11 Dec 1815, page 4.
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1821
VALUABLE FREEHOLD ESTATE,
At WATERS UPTON, Shropshire.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
In the month of August next, unless previously disposed of by private contract,
SEVERAL desirable FARMS, containing upwards of Two Hundred Acres of excellent Arable, Meadow, and Pasture LAND; particulars of which will appear in a future paper.
Further information may be had by applying to Messrs. Dukes and Salt, Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 22 Jun 1821, page 3. Also 29 Jun 1821, page 1; 13 Jul 1821, page 1. Added Jan 2026.
WATERS UPTON, Shropshire.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
At the Pheasant Inn, Wellington, on Thursday the 9th of August, at four o’clock in the afternoon, either altogether, or in such lots as shall be agreed upon at the time of sale, unless previously disposed of by Private Contract,
A Valuable FREEHOLD ESTATE, situate at Waters Upton, Shropshire, containing about 208 acres, in the possession of Messrs. Edward Austin, Thomas Bates, John Mathews, John Meadows, John Turner, and William Pidgeon.
The tenants will shew the premises.
For further particulars, and to treat for the same, apply to Messrs. Dukes and Salt, Shrewsbury, at whose Office a map of the estate may be seen.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 3 Aug 1821, page 1. Added Jan 2026.
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1822
At Waters Upton Rectory House, near Wellington,
IN THE COUNTY OF SALOP.
PURE North Devon and Holderness Dairy Cows and Heifers, three years old Bull, and young Stock, waggon Horses, Implements of Husbandry, Hay, Grain, Dairy, and Brewing Vessels, choice Household Furniture, Plate, Linen, Glass, upwards of 30 dozen of fine Port and Madeira Wines, and all other Effects, late the property of the Rev. RICHARD HILL, (deceased).
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
Without reserve,
By W. CHURTON,
On Wednesday and Thursday, the 29th and 30th days of May, 1822.
Order of Sale—in Lots suitable to purchasers, the farming stock, implements of husbandry, wine, and dairy vessels will be sold the first day; the household furniture, plate, linen, &c. on the second; each day at ten o’clock.
N.B.—Descriptive handbills may be had from Mr. BEESTON, upon the premises; or from the Auctioneer, Whitchurch.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 18 May 1822, page 4. Also 25 May 1822, page 1. Similar notice in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 17 May 1822, page 2.
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1824
Waters Upton, Shropshire.
TO BE SOLD BY PRIVATE CONTRACT,
A VALUABLE FREEHOLD ESTATE, situate at WATERS UPTON, in the County of Salop, containing upwards of 208 Acres of Arable, Meadow, & Pasture Land, in a high State of Cultivation, well adapted to the Turnip System of Husbandry, in the several Occupations of Thomas Timmis, John Meadows, John Matthews, Thomas Bates, John Turner, William Pidgeon, and Anne Evans, as Tenants at Will. The Turnpike Road from Wellington to Market Drayton goes through the Village, which is four Miles distant from Wellington, and near to Lime and Coal.
The Tenants will shew the Premises; and for further Particulars, and to treat for the same, apply to Mr. EMERY, Burcott, Salop; or to Messrs. DUKES & SALT, Attornies, Shrewsbury, at whose Office a Map of the Estate may be seen.
Aris’s Birmingham Gazette, 5 Jul 1824, page 4. Also Shrewsbury Chronicle, 12 Jul 1824, page 4; Salopian Journal, 14 Jul 1824, page 1.
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1828
Shropshire.—Valuable Freehold Estate.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By Mr. WYLEY,
At the Swan Inn, in Waters Upton, near Wellington, in the county of Salop, on Monday, the 11th day of August next […]
that most desirable Freehold ESTATE called the Oakhouse, otherwise Oakhurst, late the property Mr. John Podmore, deceased, situate in the township of Ellerdine, in the parish of High Ercall […]
The Estate may be seen applying to Mr. Wm. Ick, [= Icke] of Waters-Upton, aforesaid; […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 11 Jul 1828, page 3. Also Staffordshire Advertiser, 19 Jul 1828, page 4; 26 Jul 1828, page 2; 2 Aug 1828, page 4.
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1830
VALUABLE FREEHOLD ESTATES,
In the several parishes of Wellington, Roddington, and Waters Upton, in the county of Salop, consisting of an excellent Water Corn Mill, sundry Messuages, Farms, and Land, containing together 234 A. 1R. 20P.
TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr. WYLEY, at the Raven Inn, Wellington, on Tuesday the 16th of November, 1830, at four o’clock in the afternoon, in the following or such other lots as may be determined upon at the time of sale, and subject to such conditions shall be then produced:—[…]
LOT IV. A desirable Farm, with substantial Farm House, Outbuildings, sundry Tenements, and 184A. 1R. 3P. of excellent Arable, Meadow, and Pasture Land, situate at Waters Upton, in the several occupations of Thomas Timmiss, John Turner, John Mathews, John Meadows, and William Pigeon.
LOT V. A Piece of valuable Land, called Penguin [= Pinguis?] Meadow, containing 1A. 3R. 3P. adjoining the RIver Tern, in the occupation of Thomas Timmiss.
LOT VI. A Tenement, Garden, and Croft, situate at Waters Upton, containing 1R. 30P. in the occupation of Thomas Bates.
LOT VII. Several Closes of excellent Land, adjacent to lot 6, containing together 3A. 0R. 22P. in the occupation the said Thomas Bates.
LOT VIII. A Piece of excellent Arable Land, adjoining to the western side of the turnpike road leading from Waters Upton to Market Drayton, containing 2A. 0R. 5P. in the occupation of the said Thomas Timmiss.
LOT IX. Two Pieces of excellent Land, called Harebutt and Harebutt Meadow, adjoining the said turnpike road, and nearly opposite lot 8, containing 6A. 3R. 36P. in the occupation of the said John Turner.
LOT X. A Piece of Arable Land, called the Britch, adjoining the turnpike road leading from Crudgington to Newport, containing 4A. 3R. 3lP.in the occupation of the said Thomas Timmiss.
LOT XI. A Piece of Meadow Land, on Rodway Moor, containing 8A. 1R. 6P. in the occupation of the said Thomas Timmiss.
The Waters Upton Estate is situate in a beautiful and fertile country, on the banks of the River Tern, in the neighbourhood of the preserves of the Marquis of Cleveland and Earl Gower, and on tha turnpike road leading from Wellington to Market Drayton, about five miles from the former town.
The poor’s rate is unusually moderate, and the estate is near to coal and lime.
Printed particulars, descriptive of the lots, may be had of the Tenants, who will shew the Property; also at the principal Inns in the neighbouring Towns; and further information may be had of Mr. Wyley, Admaston, and of Mr. Burd, Cardiston, in the county of Salop; or of Messrs. Dukes and Salt, Solicitors, Shrewsbury.
Aris’s Birmingham Gazette, 25 Oct 1830, page 4. Also 1 Nov 1830, page 4. Similar notice in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 12 Nov 1830, page 1. Added Jan 2026.
VALUABLE FREEHOLD ESTATE,
WATERS UPTON, SALOP.
TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr. WYLEY, at the Raven Inn, Wellington, in the county of Salop, on Tuesday the 16th day of November, 1830, at five o’clock in the afternoon, in the following lots, and subject to such conditions as will then be produced:—
LOT I. An excellent Messuage, with suitable Outbuildings, and the following Closes of capital Land, in the occupation of the Representatives of the late Mr. W. Dickin, and containing together 103A. 1R. 15 P. or thereabouts, viz.
1. Messuage, Buildings, &c. [0A. 3R. 11P.]
2. Yard at back [4A. 3R. 35P.]
3. Little Yard [0A. 3R. 25P.]
4. Meadow [6A. 2R. 31P.]
5. Upper Cranmoor [5A. 2R. 19P.]
6. Lower ditto [7A. 0R. 4P.]
7. Little Frumley [0A. 1R. 22P.]
8. Frumley Bank [3A. 3R. 6P.]
9. Part Fox Furlong [0A. 3R. 14P.]
10. Big Leasow [6A. 3R. 6P.]
11. River Leasow [3A. 0R. 7P.]
12. Part Nobridge Meadow [0A. 3R. 10P.]
13. Ditto ditto [3A. 1R. 14P.]
14. Slang [2A. 0R. 13P.]
15. High Heath [4A. 0R. 2P.]
16. Hare Butt [3A. 0R. 21P.]
17. Big Field [8A. 1R. 23P.]
18. Hill Hole [2A. 3R. 5P.]
19. Sitch Meadow [3A. 3R. 4P.]
20. Sand Hole [5A. 1R. 2P.]
21. Yard before House [2A. 3R. 10P.]
22. Jackson’s Croft [4A. 1R. 10P.]
23. Near Asp Leasow [3A. 1R. 33P.]
24. Far ditto [2A. 2R. 37P.]
25. Britch [2A. 3R. 11P.]
26. Lously [6A. 3R. 26P.]
27. Crab Tree Hill Meadow [4A. 3R. 27P.]
[103A. 1R. 15P.]
LOT II. A new built Cottage, with garden and Crofts adjoining, in the holding of William Lloyd, containing 1A. 0R. 2P. or thereabouts.
LOT III. An excellent house, with Butcher’s House and Croft adjoining, in the holding of John Titley, and containing together 2A. 2R. 6P. or thereabouts.
The above property is pleasantly situate in a fine sporting country, near to excellent markets, lime and coal, and forms a desirable property for investment.
Mrs. Dickin, of Waters Upton, will appoint a person to shew the property; and further particulars may be had of Mr. Wyley, Admaston, near Wellington, or Mr. Nock, Solicitor, of Wellington aforesaid.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 22 Oct 1830, page 2; 29 Oct 1830, page 1; 5 Nov 1930, page 1; and 12 Nov 1830, page 1. Also Aris’s Birmingham Gazette, 25 Oct 1830, page 4; 8 Nov 1830, page 4; 15 Nov 1830, page 4.
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1831
WATERS UPTON—near High Ercall.
Farming STOCK of Horses, Cows, Sheep, Pigs, Implements, &c.
BY MR. TISDALE,
On the Premises at WATERS UPTON, near High Ercall, in the County of Salop, on Friday; the 29th Day of April, 1831;
ALL the LIVE STOCK, FARMING IMPLEMENTS, Brewing and Dairy Vessels, Part of the HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, and other Effects; the Property of Mr. THOMAS TIMMIS, who is leaving the Farm.
The STOCK comprises 13 capital Dairy Cows calved and in-calf (prime Milkers), 5 two-years old Heifers, 4 two-years old Bullocks, 5 Yearlings; 8 very useful Waggon Horses and Mares (two in-foal), Grey three-years old Filly, a capital four-years old Bay Gelding, useful as Hack or Hunter; 8 yearling Ewes lambed and in- lamb, 5 yearling Wethers, 1 capital two-years old Ram; 2 Sows, Gilt in pig, 13 Store Pigs, 1 Boar.
IMPLEMENTS, &c.—One very capital new-built narrow-wheel Waggon with Harvest Gearing complete, 1 narrow-wheel Ditto with Ditto, 2 broad wheel Tumbrels, 1 narrow-wheel Ditto, double-wheel Plough, 2 single Ditto (equal to new), 3 Pair of Harrows (one Pair quite new), Pair of Twins, Land Roll, 10 Sets of good Gearing (four Sets quite new), excellent Winnowing Machine, large Scales and Weights, 3 Heel Rakes, 2 Palling Irons, 2 Waggon Ropes, Sieves, Riddles, Pikels, Rakes, Mattocks, Spades, Shovels, Sharavels, Iron Crow, Hopper, 2 Cranks and Chains, Corn Coffers, long Ladder, Malt Mill, Grindstone, Felloes, Cow Chains, Quantity of Bags, Fishing Net, Half-Strike, Pig-troughs, and numerous Implements of Husbandry; Quantity of Turnip Seed; 2 excellent Stone Cheese Presses, with all the capital Dairy and Brewing Vessels, Harvest Bottles; some Household Furniture, 2 excellent Furnaces and Grates, Kitchen Grate with Oven and Boiler, Pit Grate, Crane, &c. &c.
The Sale to commence at Half-past Ten punctually.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 22 Apr 1831, page 2; 29 Apr 1831, page 2. Also Salopian Journal, 27 Apr 1831, page 3.
Note: A sharavel is a North Shropshire term for a dung-hook.
Freeholders who voted, 1831
Dicken John, Waters Upton, farmer [H, L]
Griffiths John, Waters Upton, maltster [H, L]
Icke Robert, Waters Upton, innkeeper [H, L]
Willetts [= Willett] Wright, Waters Upton, clergyman [H, P]
A Correct Alphabetical List of the Freeholders Who Voted … at the Election for the County of Salop, on Monday, May 9th, 1831, and following days. Copy viewed at Google Books.
Note 1: H = Sir Rowland Hill, of Hawkestone (Tory), P = John Cressett Pelham, of Cound (Tory); L = William Lloyd, of Aston (Whig); M = John Mytton, of Halston (Whig).
Note 2: The 1831 election brought the Whigs into power with a mandate for electoral reform. The resulting Representation of the People Act 1832 increased the size of the electorate to include more landowners and leaseholders, and a further election then took place in 1832 (see below).
VALUABLE
FREEHOLD ESTATE,
AT WATERS UPTON, IN THE COUNTY OF SALOP.
To be Sold by Private Treaty,
ALL that excellent MESSUAGE or Dwelling House, with the Outbuildings, Garden, LANDS, and Hereditaments thereto belonging, situate at Waters Upton, 1n the county of Salop, and now in the occupation of Mrs. Dickin, containing in the whole by a recent survey, 100a. 2r. 4p. be the same more or less: that is to say,
Messuage [0a. 3r. 11p.]
Yard at Back [4a. 3r. 35p.]
Little Yard [0a. 3r. 25p.]
Meadow [6a. 2r. 31p.]
Upper Cranmore [5a. 2r. 19p.]
Lower Ditto [7a. 0r. 4p.]
Little Frumley [0a. 1r. 22p.]
Frumley Bank [8a. 8r. 6p.]
Part of Fox Furlong [0a. 3r. 14p.]
Big Leasow [6a. 3r. 6p.]
River Leasow [3a. 0r. 27p.]
Part of No-Bridge Meadow [0a. 3r. 10p.]
Ditto Ditto [3a. 1r. 14p.]
Slang [2a. 0r. 30p.]
High Heath [4a. 0r. 2p.]
Harebutt [3a. 0r. 21p.]
Big Field [8a. 1r. 23p.]
Hell Hole [2a. 3r. 5p.]
Sitch Meadow [3a. 3r. 4p.]
Sand Hole [5a. 1r. 2p.]
Yard before House [3a. 2r. 10p.]
Jackson’s Croft [4a. 1r. 10p.]
Near Esp Leasow [3a. 1r. 33p.]
Far Ditto [2a. 2r. 27p.]
Lousley [6a. 3r. 26p.]
Crab Tree Hill Meadow [4a. 3r. 27p.]
[Total 100a. 2r. 4p.]
The above Estate is pleasantly situated in a fine Sporting Country, near to Lime, Coal, and excellent Markets, and forms a desirable Property for Investment.
Mrs. Dickin will appoint a person to shew the Property; and for further particulars, and to treat for the Estate, apply to her; or Mr. Nock, Solicitor, Wellington,
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 9 Dec 1831, page 1. Also 16 Dec 1831, page 1. Added Jan 2026.
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1832
VALUABLE FREEHOLD ESTATE,
AT WATERS UPTON.
To he Sold by Private Contract,
A Very desirable MESSUAGE and FARM, situate in the pleasant Village of Waters Upton, and county of Salop, and now in the occupation of Mr. J. Griffiths, and containing the following quantities, viz—
| A. | R. | P. | |
| House, garden, &c. | 0 | 1 | 33 |
| Buildings, fold, and croft | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Cooper’s Piece | 2 | 3 | 31 |
| Oat Croft | 4 | 1 | 10 |
| Rail Piece, with Lane | 3 | 2 | 13 |
| Near New Britch | 5 | 0 | 30 |
| Further Ditto | 5 | 3 | 17 |
| Herbert’s Meadow | 0 | 3 | 21 |
| Gate Cliff | 6 | 1 | 33 |
| Bridge Meadow | 0 | 2 | 18 |
| Britch, with Lane adjoining | 9 | 0 | 4 |
| Parting of Lanes | 1 | 3 | 37 |
| Seven Butts, or Marlpit | 2 | 3 | 32 |
| Great or Long Britch | 5 | 1 | 8 |
| Great Britch | 6 | 3 | 10 |
| Little Britch | 1 | 3 | 13 |
| Wildmoor Meadow | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Garden in Lane | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Cottages in Quarry | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Quarry Butts | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| 63 | 0 | 31 |
The above forms a very desirable property for investment, being situate in an excellent neighbourhood, and near to good markets, lime, and coal.
For further particulars, and to treat for the same, apply Mr. Wyley, Admaston, near Wellington, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 27 Jan 1832, page 2.
WATERS UPTON, near High Ercall.
J. HOLLAND respectfully announces to the public, that he has received directions to SELL BY AUCTION, on 2d and 3d of April, 1832, the valuable FARMING STOCK, and a portion of the FURNITURE, the property of Mrs. Dicken, leaving the Farm. The particulars whereof will appear in a future paper, and in Catalogues to be had on the premises, and from the Auctioneer, Newport.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 23 Mar 1832, page 1. Added Jan 2026.
WATERS UPTON, near HIGH ERCALL.
Superior Farming Stock, useful Furniture, &c.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By J. HOLLAND,
On the premises, on Monday, the 2d of April, 1832.
A VERY superior brown draught mare, rising six, 16½ hands high, capital brown gelding, rising 6, useful black mare, an excellent worker, valuable and superior brown gelding, rising 5, 16 hands high, useful brown mare, with gears for the whole, excellent brown hackney mare, rising 4, 15 hands, steady in harness, 5 capital young cows, calved and in calf, two excellent heifers & calves, 8 calving heifers, 3 superior 3 year old out-lying bullocks, 3 calves, yearling bull, 6 fat cows, from 10 to 12 score a quarter, prime & ripe, 14 excellent ewes and lambs, 7 ewes, 14 wether lambs, grey faced, crossed by Leicester, sow & pigs, 2 gilts, 2 capital broad wheel tumbrels, and 2 carts, excellent modern gig and harness, double and single ploughs, sets of harrows and twins, winnowing machine, 6 dozen hurdles, 25 corn sacks, 2 stack frames, malt mill, sieves and riddles, rakes and pikels, and a variety of useful farming implements.
On Tuesday, the 3d of April,
Several sets of oak 4-post tester and stump bedsteads, 2 feather beds and bolsters, blankets and bed covers, capital oak dresser and shelves, oak dining pillar and claw, and other tables, set of handsome mahogany D dining tables, 10 feet by 4 feet 2 inches, 6 capital kitchen chairs, circular screen, 6 stout chairs, hair stuff seats, 2 excellent half hogsheads, large cask, 4 quarter ale casks, 4 and 2 bushel mash tubs, coolers, tubs, and various dairy and household requisites, which are particularised in catalogues now in general circulation.
The first day’s sale will commence at 11 o’clock, and [the] second day at 1.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 30 Mar 1832, page 2. Added Jan 2026.
Wellington District, Booth No. 1 [Waters Upton residents only]
Davies, Matthew, Waters Upton, tailor [C]
Dicken, John, Waters Upton, farmer [H, C]
Griffiths, John, Waters Upton, maltster [H, C]
Icke, William, Waters Upton, victualler [H, C]
Matthews, Thomas, Waters Upton, farmer [C]
Turner, John, Waters Upton, farmer [H, C]
Willett, Wright, Waters Upton, clergyman [H, G]
Shropshire Election, Northern Division. List of the Electors who Voted; and those persons who tendered to Vote, December 18th and 19th, 1832 (published 1833). Copy viewed at Ancestry – UK, Poll Books and Electoral Registers, 1538-1893.
Note: H = Sir Rowland Hill, of Hawkestone (Tory); C = John Cotes, of Woodcote (Whig); G = William Ormsby Gore of Porkington (Tory).
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1833
ELIGIBLE
FREEHOLD PROPERTY,
At Waters Upton and Wellington.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By Mr. WYLEY,
At the Lion Inn, Waters Upton, in the County of Salop, on Wednesday, the 26th Day of June, 1833, at Four o’Clock in the Afternoon, subject such Conditions as shall be there and then produced, and in the following or such other Lots as shall be agreed upon at the Time of Sale:
LOT I.
ALL that newly-erected and well-accustomed PUBLIC HOUSE, or Licenced [sic] Beer House, called The Lion, situate at Waters Upton aforesaid now in the Occupation of Samuel Nickless, with the Stables, Cowhouses, Walled Garden, and Premises thereunto belonging.
And also all those Four small Pieces of good Meadow and Pasture LAND, lying together and adjoining the House, and containing three Acres or thereabouts, also occupied by Samuel Nickless.
The House consists of excellent Cellaring and spacious and commodious Kitchen, Parlour and Lodging Rooms. It is admirably adapted for Business of any kind, being situate adjoining the Road leading from Wellington to Whitchurch, and at the corner of the Road leading from that Road to Market Drayton, &c. and part of the Premises may at a trifling expense be converted into a Shop.
Lot II.
All that COTTAGE, in Waters Upton aforesaid, and adjoining the Road to Whitchurch, with the Barn, Garden, and Premises, now occupied by Charles Bennett, as Tenant from year to year.
Lot III.
All that newly-erected COTTAGE (on the opposite side of the Whitchurch Road to the last lot), with the School Room, Garden, and Premises, at present untenanted.
Lot IV.
All that newly-erected COTTAGE, with the Garden and Premises, adjoining the last lot, but fronting the Market Drayton Road, and at present untenanted. […]
Lot I will be Sold subject to a Lease to the Tenant for a Term, five years of which will be unexpired at Michaelmas next.
Mr. Nickless, at the Lion Inn, will shew the Premises at Waters Upton; and further particulars thereof, and of the property at Wellington, may be had by applying to the Offices of Mr. Pickin, Solicitor, in Wellington.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 21 Jun 1833, page 1.
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1835
WATERS UPTON.
TO BE LET,
With immediate possession,
A Genteel RESIDENCE, situate in the pleasant Village of WATERS UPTON, the county of Salop, with two parlours in front, kitchen, back kitchen, cellar, pantry, and five good lodging rooms, with stable, cow-house, piggeries, and all other convenient out-offices, together with three acres of capital grass land. This is a very desirable situation for a small retired family, or a Medical Gentleman, as there is no one in the profession within six miles of the Village. The above premises have been recently built, and are in an excellent state of repair, and the situation is beautiful, having a commanding view of the Wrekin and surrounding country.—For further particulars, and to treat for the same, apply to Mr. Felton, Rowton, near Wellington, Shropshire; if by letter, post-paid.—This advertisement will not be continued.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 2 Oct 1835, page 1.
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1836
THORNBURY HALL ESTATE, NEAR CHEADLE.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By Mr. WALTERS,
(Unless previously disposed of by private contract,)
At the Wheat Sheaf Inn, in in the county of Stafford, on Friday, the 2nd day of December, 1836, at five o’clock in the afternoon, subject to such conditions as shall be produced;
ONE undivided fourth part or share, of and in a Freehold Estate, situate in the parish of Cheadle, in the county Stafford, called Thornbury Hall, consisting of a messuage, outbuildings, garden, and shrubberies, and several closes of arable, meadow, and pasture land, containing altogether, by a recent admeasurement, 64a. 1r. 1p., and lying in a ring fence.
[…]
The Tenant will shew the Estate; and for any further particulars, or to treat for the purchase by private contract, apply to Mr. Geo. Fowler, Waters-Upton, near Newport, Shropshire; or Messrs. BRANDON and CATTLOW, Solicitors, Cheadle.
November 3rd, 1836.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 12 Nov 1836, page 2. Repeated 19 Nov 1836, page 1. Added Jan 2026.
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1837
WATERS UPTON RECTORY HOUSE,
Near Wellington in the County of Salop.
Messrs. CHURTON & SONS
HAVE the honour to announce, that they are instructed by the Proprietor, the Rev. Wright Willet (who is changing his residence), to submit for SALE BY AUCTION, without the least Reserve, the genuine and entire Effects, upon the premises aforesaid, on Tuesday and Wednesday, the 28th and 29th of November, 1837, each day at 11 o’clock precisely; comprising Dairy COWS and HEIFER; back, carriage, and farming HORSES; feeding and store pigs; implements of Husbandry; quantity of WHEAT and BARLEY, with a stack of excellent HAY, about 10 tons, all to off the premises; potatoes, dairy and brewing utensils, &c. &c.
The valuable, modern, and highly-preserved HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE consists of dining, drawing, and six bed room suits of superior cabinet work in mahogany, brown and knotted oak, zebra, and other fancy woods; the upholstery in fine damask, moreen, printed cotton, and dimity furnitures, with modern fringes and silk trimmings; bookcases, Brussels and other carpets; rich-cut glass, splendid iron-stone china, table service of 150 pieces with dessert service en suite in purple and gold; school room, butler’s pantry, laundry, and kitchen requisites, &c.; together with a PONY CARRIAGE and HARNESS, and numerous other useful effects in excellent condition.
Catalogues may be had eight days prior to the Sale at Waters Upton; at the following Inns, viz. Talbot, Wellington; Talbot, Lion, and Raven, Shrewsbury; Victoria, Newport; Mr. Wheeler’s, Tern Hill; Bear, Hodnet, and from the Auctioneer’s, Whitchurch.
The Furniture, &c. may be viewed on Monday, the 27th November, from Ten till Four o’clock.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 17 Nov 1837, page 2.
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1838
Superior Oak and Ash Timber.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By Messrs. POOLE,
At the Swan Inn, Water’s Upton, in the county of Salop, on Monday, January 7th, 1839, at 5 o’clock in the afternoon, in two Lots, subject to conditions to be then produced.
Lot 1.
66 Oak Trees, numbered from 1 to 66.
18 Ash Trees, numbered from 1 to 18.
Lot 2.—61 Oak Trees, numbered from 67 to 127.
32 Ash Trees, numbered from 19 to 50.
The above Timber is of large dimensions and good quality. The first Lot is growing upon Lands on the north side of the road leading from Water’s Upton to Newport; the second lot on the south side of the same road.
Mr Dicken, the Proprietor will appoint a person to shew the Lots.
Water’s Upton is situate upon a good Turnpike Road leading from Wellington to Hodnet, 5 miles from each place, and 3 miles from the Shrewsbury and Chester Canal at Wappensall.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 28 Dec 1838, page 3.
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1840 | 1842 | 1843 | 1844 | 1845 | 1846 | 1848 | 1849
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1840
FREEHOLD
MESSUAGE AND LANDS
AT WATERS UPTON
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By Mr. THOS. POOLE,
At the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, in the county of Salop, on Monday the 30th of November, 1840, at four o’clock in the afternoon, subject to conditions to be then produced—
A Valuable FREEHOLD ESTATE, situate at Waters Upton aforesaid, comprising a commodious Farm House, with substantial brick and tile Outbuildings, and sundry pieces or parcels of excellent Arable, Meadow, and Pasture LAND, containing by admeasurement 47a 0r 21p (be the same more or less), now in the occupation of Mr. Charles Allen, in the following or such other lots as may be agreed upon at the time of sale.
Lot 1.
No Bridge Meadow [1a 0r 5p]
Lot 2.
Cliff [3a 3r 22p]
Cliff Meadow [1a 0r 29p]
Hare Butt [4a 1r 16p]
[Total 9a 1r 27p]
Lot 3.
New Piece [8a 0r 33p]
Lot 4.
High Heath [3a 2r 4p]
Lot 5.
Mastering [0a 3r 12p]
Lot 6.
Lonkadine [8a 2r 13p]
Lot 7.
House, Buildings, and Yard adjoining [1a 3r 27p]
Barn Croft [1a 1r 26p]
Near Casbritch [2a 2r 3p]
Far do [4a 0r 20p]
Lower Britch [3a 1r 10p]
Upper do [3a 0r 36p]
[Total 16a 2r 2p]
[Grand total 47a 0r 21p]
Mr. Icke, of the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, will appoint a person to shew the Lots, and further information may be had from Mr. Nock, Solicitor, Wellington; Mr. Juckes, Rodington Hall, or Mr. Scarin, Solicitor, Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 20 Nov 1840, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
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1842
RED LION INN, WATERS UPTON,
Near Wellington.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By Messrs. DOWNES and POOLE,
On Monday, the 19th of December, 1842, without reserve;
THE whole of the Live Stock, Hay, Implements, Household Furniture, Feather Beds, Brewing Vessels, Casks, Malt, Stock of Ale, and other Effects, belonging to Mr. Thomas Felton.
Particulars in Catalogues.
Sale at twelve o’clock precisely.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 16 Dec 1842, page 2. Added Jan 2026.
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1843
WATERS UPTON, NEAR WELLINGTON
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
BY DOWNES AND POOLE, On Wednesday the 22nd Day of March, 1843, on the above Premises, without reserve.
THE whole of the Valuable Live Stock, Implements of Husbandry, Brewing and Dairy Utensils, Household Furniture, and other Effects belonging to Mr. Anslow, who is leaving.
Particulars in Catalogues at the Auctioneer’s Offices, Shrewsbury and Wellington.
Eddowes’s Journal, 15 Mar 1843, page 3. Also . Similar notice in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 17 Mar 1843, page 2.
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1844
FREEHOLD PROPERTY.
WATERS UPTON AND WELLINGTON.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
BY MESSRS. POOLE,
(By order of the trustees named in the will of the late Mr. Thomas Clay), at Mr. Sandell’s, Groom and Horses Inn, Walker-street, Wellington, Thursday, the 28th of March instant, at 5 o’clock in the afternoon, in the following lots, subject such conditions as shall there and then produced:—
LOT I.
ALL that excellent piece of FREEHOLD MEADOW LAND, containing 1a, 3r. 24p. be the same more or less, situate at Waters Upton, in the county of Salop, commonly called or known by the name of Pinquiss Meadow, with sixty poplars growing thereon.
LOT II.
All that substantial brick-built Freehold DWELLINO HOUSE and SHOP, situate in the centre of New-street, Wellington […].
The land is situate two fields distant from the turnpike road at Waters Upton, and nearly opposite to Mr. Icke’s, of the Swan Inn, and is a very desirable and excellent piece of Land.
[…]
For a view of the property at Wellington, apply to Mr. Sandell’s; and of that at Waters Upton, to Mr. Icke, of that place; and further particulars may be obtained on application to Mr. Nock, solicitor, Wellington, or to the Auctioneers.
Eddowes’s Journal, 20 Mar 1844, page 1. Also 27 Mar 1844, page 1.
Note: A very similar notice appeared the following year (e.g. Shrewsbury Chronicle, 21 Feb 1845, page 2) offering in addition to the above, a plot of garden land at Cold Hatton occupied by Mr Richard Clay, who by that time was also occupying “Pinguess Meadow”.
WATERS UPTON, NEAR HIGH ERCALL.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
BY MR. TISDALE,
On the premises, at Waters Upton, on Tuesday and Wednesday, the 2d and 3d days of July, 1844;
ALL the genuine and valuable household furniture, carriages, saddles, bridles, live stock, implements, and other effects, of the Rev. William Corfield, who is leaving Shropshire.
Particulars in due time.
Eddowes’s Journal, 5 Jun 1844, page 3. Also 12 Jun 1844, page 3; 19 Jun 1844, page 3. Also Shrewsbury Chronicle, 7 Jun 1844, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
SALES BY AUCTION.
RECTORY HOUSE, WATERS UPTON, NEAR HIGH ERCALL.
Genuine and valuable Household Furniture, handsome Chariot, excellent Pony Phæton, pair of beautiful brown Ponies, Harness, Saddles, Bridles, Live Stock, Implements, Iron Hurdles, Manure, Growing Crops of Grain, Stacks of Hay, Clover and Straw, (the whole to go off the Premises), Malt, Oats, and various other Effects, of the Rev. William Corfield, who is leaving Shropshire;
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
BY MR. TISDALE,
On the premises, at the Rectory House, Waters Upton, near High Ercall, on Tuesday and Wednesday, the 16th and 17th days of July, 1844;
The FURNITURE, &c. comprises mahogany lofty four-post, tent, calash, and stump bedsteads, with chintz furniture, excellent feather beds, bolsters, and pillows, hair and flock mattresses, paliasses, capital Witney blankets, counterpanes, handsome mahogany child’s swing cot, dimity furniture, complete with feather bed, bolster, hair mattress, blankets, and Marseilles quilt, capital large-sized child’s cot, nearly new, Spanish mahogany dressing and washing tables, mahogany and painted wardrobes, excellent mahogany, oak, and painted chests of drawers, basin stands, handsome dressing glasses, night commodes, toilette services and water carofts, mahogany and painted bidettes, linen airers, bedroom, Venetian, and other carpets, chamber chairs, capital mahogany bedsteps, excellent set of Spanish mahogany dining tables, on pillar, claws, and castors, 7ft. 8in. by 4ft. 2in. handsome mahogany celeret sideboard, 8 capital mahogany dining room chairs, handsome pair of mahogany bookcases, with wire lattice doors, filled with silk, suite of crimson moreen window curtains, with pole and appendages, circular rosewood centre table, six solid rosewood Trafalgar chairs, with octagon legs, stuffed hair seats in chintz, rosewood card table lined, on pillar and quartette block, suit of blue damask window curtains with pole and appendages, beautiful rosewood Grecian couch, frame and legs, on castors, in blue damask, en suite with curtains, capital easy chair, with reclining back, in stripe cover, rosewood tea poy, with octagon pillar and quartette block, elegant rosewood chiffonier, with sunk panelled doors, carved pilasters, pair of fire screens, mahogany Pembroke tables, lounging chair, in crimson morocco, easy chair, with seat and back cushions, in chintz, neat couch, loose hair squab, bolsters and pillows, in chintz, mahogany pillar table, painted rosewood bookcase, handsome chimney glasses, in rich gold frames, super Brussels carpet, 16ft. 6in. by 13ft. figured druggets, hearth rugs, floor cloth, ornamental, cast metal, wire, and other fenders, polished fire irons, coal hods, handsome 8-days’ clock, in oak case, inlaid with mahogany, painted kitchen press, capital mangle, excellent oak dresser, kitchen chairs, cut glass, china, dinner and dessert services, together with all the kitchen and culinary articles, hogsheads, barrels, casks, brewing and dairy vessels, &c. &c.
THE LIVE STOCK, IMPLEMENTS, &c. comprises fine young milch cow (a capital milker), fresh barren, pair of fine rearing heifer calves, roan waggon mare, useful grey cart mare, seven fresh yearling wethers, two ewes and lamb, capital sow and pigs, ditto in pig, capital light two-horse waggon, with iron arms, ripples, &c. nearly new, narrow-wheel tumbrel, light market cart, with iron arms and tarpauling cover, pair of capital twins, land roll, ploughs, harrows, 4 dozen iron hurdles, about 4 dozen wood hurdles, gears, winnowing machine, and general assortment of small implements.
CARRIAGES, HORSES, HARNESS, &c.—Pair of very handsome rich brown ponies, 13 hands high, exceedingly temperate in double and single harness, and pleasant hacks, handsome London-built CHARIOT, painted dark green, picked black, lineal with drab morocco, front dickey, and rumble behind, imperial, cap case, lamps, &c. complete, neat pony PHAETON, with pole and shafts, cane back, green lining, complete with luggage boxes (under duty), double set of pony harness, gig harness, saddles, bridles, &c.
STACKS, GROWING CROPS, &c.—A stack of hay, stack of ryegrass and clover, stack of bolting straw, bay of ditto, growing wheat, barley, mowing grass, (the whole to go off the premises), the depasturage of the grass lands and clover leys, about 30 bushels of malt, about 5 bags of oats, and various other effects enumerated in catalogues, which may be had ten days prior to the sale at the auctioneer’s offices, Quarry Terrace and Shoplatch, Shrewsbury, and the Rectory House, Waters Upton.
Sale to commence each morning at eleven o’clock punctually.
ORDER OF SALE.
First Day’s Sale.—The Glass, China, the Furniture in the Chambers, Dressing Rooms, Sitting, Dining, and Drawing Rooms, Servants’ Chambers, Lobbies, Hall, Laundry, and Butler’s Pantry.
Second Day.—Live Stock, Growing Crops, Depasturage of Lands, Stacks, Manure, Hurdles, Implements, Chariot, Pony Phaeton, Ponies, Harness, the Furniture in the Kitchen, Mangle Room, Bacon, Brewing and Dairy Vessels, &c. &c.
Eddowes’s Journal, 26 Jun 1844, page 3. Also 3 Jul 1844, page 3; 10 Jul 1844, page 3; and a similar notice on 17 Jul 1844, page 3. Also Shrewsbury Chronicle, 12 Jul 1844, page 2. Added Jan 2026.
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1845
FREEHOLD PROPERTY,
AT WATERS-UPTON, COLD-HATTON, AND WELLINGTON, SALOP.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By Mr. HOULSTON,
On Thursday, March the 6th, 1845, at the house of Mr. John Sandels, Groom and Horses Inn, Walker-street, Wellington, at Five o’clock in the Afternoon, in the following lots, and subject to such conditions as will be then produced:—
Lot I.
ALL that Piece of Freehold Meadow Land, containing 1a 3r. 16p. be the same more or less, situate at Waters-Upton, in the County of Salop, commonly called or known by the name of “Pinguess Meadow,” with about 60 Poplars growing thereon, and now in the occupation of Mr. Richard Clay. […]
The lots are well worthy of attention, and a view of the Property in Wellington may be obtained on application to Mr. J. Sandels; of that at Waters-Upton, to Mr. Icke, Swan Inn; and of that at Cold-Hatton, to Mr. R. Clay.
Further particulars may be had of Mr. Nock, Solicitor, and of the Auctioneer, both of Wellington.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 21 Feb 1845, page 2. Also 28 Feb 1845, page 2. Added Jan 2026.
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1846
WATERS UPTON HALL,
Seven Miles from Newport, Six from Wellington, and Eleven from Shrewsbury.
IMPORTANT AND EXTENSIVE SALE OF VALUABLE FARMING STOCK.
J. HOLLAND
Respectfully announces, that he has been instructed by representatives of John Dicken, Esq., deceased,
TO SELL BY AUCTION,
On the premises, on Monday the 4th May, 1846;
FOUR Teams of fourteen superior Draught HORSES, sixty-two head of pure-bred Fat and Store Herefordshire CATTLE and CALVES, 193 Fat and Store SHEEP, thirty Store PIGS, IMPLEMENTS in HUSBANDRY, &c &c.
Full particulars will appear in future papers and in book catalogues, which will be extensively circulated in due time.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 18 Apr 1846, page 1. Similar notice in Eddowes’s Journal, 15 Apr 1846, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
WATERS UPTON HALL,
FIVE MILES FROM WELLINGTON, SEVEN FROM NEWPORT, AND ELEVEN FROM SHREWSBURY.
Extensive and Important Sale of valuable Farming Stock, late the property of John Dicken, Esq. deceased,
BY AUCTION,
BY J. HOLLAND,
On the premises, on Monday, the 4th of May, 1846, being Hodnet fair day,
COMPRISING 17 capital pure-bred Hereford cows and calves and new milch cows, and a short-horn new milch heifer, handsome and very valuable pure-bred Hereford fourteen months bull, descended from the breed of Mr. Jeffries, 13 rearing and weaned heifer and steer calves, by Victor, a celebrated bull, the property of T. C. Eyton, Esq. 4 superior Hereford calving and barren twinters, two-year-old steers, excellent yearling heifers, a martin ditto, and 3 yearling steers; 4 teams of 14 young, valuable, and powerful draught geldings and mares, colours chiefly bay and brown, and fit for any teams; 7 very prime fat cows, and 5 fat three-year-old outlying Hereford oxen, bred and fed by the late Mr Dicken and his representatives, 2 feeding cows; 40 fat Leicester and grey-faced wether and ewe sheep, 36 yearling ewes and wethers, 3 rams, 64 ewes lambed and to lamb; sow and 7 pigs, gilt and 6 ditto, gilt and 5 ditto, sow and gilt in-pig, 2 barren gilts, 4 stores, and a brawn.
Portable five-horse-power threshing machine, 4 excellent road and harvest narrow-wheel waggons, 4 broad-wheel tumbrels and cart, 14 sets of shaft and chain gears and Gee O tackle, 10 dozen of iron hurdles, double and single ploughs, sets of four and three horse and other harrows, superior rib roll, cultivators, cross harrows and twins, 80 corn sacks, excellent new straw engine by Baddeley, useful gig and harness, and a variety of agricultural implements.
Descriptive book catalogue may be obtained at the Raven and Bell Inn, Shrewsbury; the Talbot Inn, Wellington; Waters Upton Hall; and from the Auctioneer, Newport.
In consequence of the great number of valuable lots to be disposed of in one day the first cow and calf will offered punctually 11 o’clock.
Eddowes’s Journal, 22 Apr 1846, page 3. Added Jan 2026.
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1848
WATERS UPTON, SHROPSHIRE.
DESIRABLE FREEHOLD PROPERTY.
TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by J. HOLLAND, at the house of Mr. Icke, the Swan Inn, Waters Upton aforesaid, on Friday next the 5th day of May, at four o’clock in the afternoon, in the following lots, and subject to such conditions of sale as will then be produced:—
Lot 1.—All that piece of parcel of superior old TURF LAND, together with the small Garden and space of Land adjoining thereto, used as a road to the back of the said Swan Inn, as staked out, called by the name of the “Pinfold Croft,” and now containing by admeasurement 1A. 1R. 10P. or thereabouts, now in the possession of Mr. Rider.
This lot has an extensive frontage to the Turnpike Road leading from Waters Upton to Wellington, is admirably situated for building upon, and a Stone Quarry is opened therein.
Lot 2.—All that BRICK and TILE DWELLING HOUSE, erected within a short period, together with the Blacksmith’s Shop, Pent-house, Piggeries, Gardens, Pond, and Croft of Land thereto adjoining, pleasantly situate, and adjoining the Turnpike Road in Waters Upton aforesaid, containing by admeasurement 2R. 11P., now in the several possessions of Samuel Tudor and James Ridgway.
This lot is exceedingly well situated for a Blacksmith, and will be sold subject to a right of road to the Stone Quarries and other Property belonging to Mr. Whitfield and Mr. Rider, as staked out.
Lot 3.—All that MESSUAGE or DWELLING HOUSE, with the Piggery, Oven, Out-offices, and extensive Gardens of superior quality adjoining thereto, planted with fruit trees, situate and adjoining the road leading from Waters Upton to the Shray Hill and Land belonging to Mr. Whitfield, containing by admeasurement 0A. 2R. 29P., and now in the occupation of Robert Woolley.
Lot 4.—All that piece or parcel of excellent Arable LAND, now into two parts divided, called by the name of the “Lane Croft,” containing by admeasurement 1A. 1R. 25P. or thereabouts, and now in the possession of William Pidgeon.
This lot is situate near to lot 3, and adjoins Land belonging to Mr. John Williams.
At the same time and place, a quantity of TIMBER TREES, of useful dimensions, now fallen and lying in a Croft of Land near the Church, in Waters Upton aforesaid, will also be Sold by Auction in the following suitable lots. viz.:—
Lot 1.—Three Sycamore Trees.
Lot 2.—Ten Ash ditto.
Lot 3.—Three ditto.
Lot 4.—Eight Trees and pieces of Alder.
Lot 5.—Three capital Elm Trees.
Lot 6.—Sixteen excellent Ash ditto.
Lot 7.—Twenty ditto.
Lot 8.—Two large Poplars.
To view the respective lots of Property, and also the Timber, apply to Samuel Ridgway, of Waters Upton aforesaid; and for any further information to the Auctioneer, Newport, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 28 Apr 1848, page 2. Also Aris’s Birmingham Gazette, 1 May 1848, page 4; Eddowes’s Journal, 3 May 1848, page 1.
NEW HOUSE FARM,
Between Waters Upton and Shray Hill.
Useful farming stock, the property of Mr. Thos. Matthews, giving up a portion of the farm.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By Mr. HOLLAND,
On the premises, on Friday, the 8th of December, 1848, viz
FIVE useful draught horses, with their gears, 7 excellent calving cows and heifers, a pair of yearling steers, 3 stacks of well harvested wheat, the straw to be left on the premises, capital broad and narrow wheel waggons and tumbrels, timber carriage on broad wheels, a set of 3 legs for loading timber, with blocks, chain, &c. complete, iron and wood ploughs, [?] sets of harrows, roll, cultivator, &c.
The sale will commence at 11 o’clock.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 1 Dec 1848, page 2. Added Jan 2026.
Note: Possibly the farm at the Terrill.
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WATERS UPTON,
Five miles from Wellington, on the Turnpike Road to Market Drayton.
THE superior Team of DRAUGHT HORSES, choice selected DAIRY COWS, and SHEEP, YOUNG STOCK, and IMPLEMENTS in HUSBANDRY, the property of Mrs. Rider, who has let the farm,
WILL BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
By J. HOLLAND,
On the premises, on Wednesday, the 4th April, 1849.
Particulars in due time.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 17 Mar 1849, page 8. Also Eddowes’s Journal, 21 Mar 1849, page 1. Almost identical notice in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 16 Mar 1849, page 1, and 23 Mar 1849, page 2. Added Jan 2026.
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TO BE LET,
AND ENTERED UPON AT LADY DAY, 1852,
A Convenient HOUSE, GARDEN, BUILDING and MALT-KILN, all in good repair, with 20 Acres of capital Pasture and Arable LAND, at Waters Upton, 7 miles from Newport, Salop, 5 from Wellington, and 8 from Market Drayton, all good market towns.—Apply to Mr. Williams, Cherrington; or Mr. J. Williams, Bridge Farm, near Newport, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 6 February 1852, page 4.
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1854
WATERS-UPTON AND ROWTON,
NEAR WELLINGTON, SALOP.
ELIGIBLE FREEHOLD PROPERTY.
To be Sold by Auction, by
MR. BARBER,
At the Swan Inn, Waters-Upton, on Friday, February 10th, 1854, at four o’clock in the afternoon precisely, in five lots, or otherwise, as may then be determined, and subject to conditions to be then produced,
ALL THAT WELL ESTABLISHED OLD LICENSED
INN,
NOW in full business, called “Swan Inn” aforesaid, situate at Waters-Upton, six miles from Wellington, with the excellent garden, malthouse, stable, piggeries, and other outbuildings appurtenant thereto; also, four pieces or parcels of sound Arable and Meadow LAND, near to the said premises, and which are now in the occupation of Mrs. Eleanor Icke, and contain in the whole 5a. 2r. 25p. or thereabouts. And also, a superior piece of parcel of ARABLE LAND, called the “Pinfold Croft,” situate near to the last mentioned Premises, containing 1a. 1r. 9p. or thereabouts, and now in the occupation of Mr. Robert Icke. And also, two pieces of excellent Arable LAND (formerly in one), called the “Cross Britch,” situate in the township of Rowton, adjoining the public highway leading from Waters-Upton to Ellerdine Heath, containing in the whole 5a. 3r. 29p. or thereabouts, also in the occupation of Mr. Robert Icke.
The above property is very desirable either for occupation or investment, an excellent business having been some years past on the premises; and part of the land is very eligible for building purposes.
N.B. Part of the purchase money may, if desired, remain secured on mortgage.
Mr. Robert Icke, of the Swan, will upon application, shew the lots, and produce a plan thereof for inspection; and printed particulars may be had at the place of sale; from Mr. Robert Atcherley, the Moortown, near High Ercall; at the office of the Auctioneer, Wellington; or from Mr. Palin, Solicitor, Shrewsbury & Wellington.
Wellington Journal, 1 Feb 1854, page 2.
WATERS UPTON,
NEAR WELLINGTON.
To be Sold by Auction, by
Mr. T. W. JONES,
On the premises in the occupation of Mr. Robert Leighton, on Friday, March the 17th, 1854,
A QUANTITY of useful HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, four-post and tent bedsteads, feather beds, mattresses, eight-day’s clock, chest and drawers, excellent iron-bound casks, and a variety of farming implements, &c.
For further particulars see catalogues, which may be had on application at the office of the Auctioneer. Church-street, Wellington.
Sale to commence at twelve o’clock.
Wellington Journal, 1 March 1854, page 2.
BOLAS HOUSE,
SEVEN MILES FROM WELLINGTON AND NEWPORT, SALOP.
IMPORTANT SALE.
MR. BARBER
RESPECTFULLY announces his instructions from John Taylor, Esq., to sell by Auction, on the above premises, on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, the 27th, 28th, and 29th March, 1854, all the superior FARMING STOCK, comprising 27 cross-bred and short horned dairy cows and heifers, with calves and to calve, 13 fresh barrens, 21 head of young stock, flock of upwards of 260 grey-faced sheep, 10 noted young and powerful waggon horses and their gearing, bay carriage horse, 16 hands high, capital hack horse, 33 breeding and store pigs, a large assortment of well-selected implements in husbandry, nearly 14 dozen strong iron hurdles, five-horse-power threshing machine, and about 70 bags of potatoes.
Also, the substantial modern and genteel Spanish mahogany and rosewood Household Furniture, in dining, drawing, and bedroom suites, prime goose feather beds, glass, china, and ware, excellent ale casks, brewing and dairy vessels, about 15 cwt. of family cheese, home-cured bacon, and the usual assortment of kitchen requisites, with of other valuable effects.
The sale will commence at eleven o’clock each day precisely. Catalogues may be had twelve days prior to the sale at the Crown Inn, Newport; the Swan Inn, Waters Upton; or by enclosing two postage stamps, from the Auctioneer, Wellington, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 10 March 1854, page 4.
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1855
VALUABLE FREEHOLD PROPERTY,
At Waters Upton, near Wellington.
TO BE SOLD BY PUBLIC AUCTION, BY
MR. T. W. JONES,
At the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, near Wellington, on Friday, the 18th of May, 1855, at Six o’clock in the Evening, subject to conditions to be then produced.
ALL that old-established and well-accustomed Road-side PUBLIC-HOUSE, being the Swan Inn aforesaid, together with an Excellent Garden, Superior Malt-House, and the following pieces of Land, viz:—
Part of Quarry Piece … … 0 1 39
Pink House Meadow … … 1 2 37
Part of Pink House Croft … 0 3 27
Pink House Croft … … 0 3 14
Total 3 3 37
This desirable property is situate midway between Wellington and Hodnet. The house is commodious, in a good state of repair, and proper suitable outbuildings. It is the only house in the village of Waters Upton having Wine and Spirit Licences, and for many years past a lucrative business is well known to have been carried out at the same.
Mr. Harper will shew the premises on application, and further particulars may be obtained from the Auctioneer, or Mr. Marcy, Solicitor, both of Wellington.
Wellington Journal, 1 May 1855, page 2.
WATERS UPTON, NEAR WELLINGTON,
GROWING TIMBER.
TO BE SOLD AUCTION,
BY MR. BARBER,
At the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, the first week in next month,
A Lot of useful OAK TIMBER, now growing upon a Farm at Waters Upton, belonging to Mrs. Rider.
Particulars in due course.
Wellington, Salop, Nov. 20, 1855.
Eddowes’s Shrewsbury Journal, 21 Nov 1855, page 1.
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1857
WATERS UPTON, NEAR WELLINGTON,
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY
MR. T. W. JONES,
On Wednesday, April 1st, 1857, on the premises at Waters Upton, now in the occupation of Mr. William Harper, who is giving up housekeeping,
ALL the useful Household FURNITURE, Feather Beds, Tent Bedsteads, Six pairs of home-made Linen Sheets, 30-hour Clock, Oak Dresser and Shelves, Tables, Chairs, Set of Steelyards, Yorkshire Grate, 20-gallon Boiler, Barrels, Tubs, Garden Tools, and numerous other effects, the whole of which will be sold without the least reserve.
Sale to commence at ONE o’clock precisely.
Wellington Journal, 28 Mar 1857, page 2.
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1858
WATER’S UPTON, NEAR WELLINGTON.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY
MR. BARBER
On the premises, on TUESDAY, 23rd March, 1858,
THE whole of the useful EFFECTS, belonging to Mr Richard Whitfield, comprising a fresh barren cow, bay mare, (steady in harness), 2 fat wethers, pigs, implements in husbandry, 6 doz. iron hurdles, neat and substantial HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, 5 feather beds, home-made linen, prime bacon, brewing and dairy vessels, kitchen requisites, &c., &c.
Catalogues may be had upon the premises, or at the Auctioneer’s Office, Church-street, Wellington.
Sale to commence at 11 for 12 o’clock.
Wellington Journal, 13 Mar 1858, page 2.
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1859
WATERS UPTON HALL FARM.
SALE of the capital Hereford Dairy Stock, Shropshire Sheep, Draught Horses, Pigs, Farming Implements, 12 dozen iron Hurdles, Potatoes, &c.; also the useful Household Furniture, and capital Brewing and Dairy Vessels appertaining to the farm house, the property of John Taylor, Esq. (who has left the farm), and
WHICH WILL SOLD AUCTION,
BY MR. BARBER,
Monday and Tuesday, the 21st and 22nd March, 1859.
Particulars will shortly appear.
Eddowes’s Shrewsbury Journal, 2 Mar 1859, page 1.
Note: This said Mr Taylor had LEFT the farm, but more detailed notices closer to the time of the auction state that he had LET the farm. See next.
WATERS UPTON HALL FARM,
Five Miles from Wellington, Salop.
SALE, of the very superior Hereford Dairy Cows and Heifers, Young Stock, 84 capital Grey-faced Yearling Sheep, Team of useful Draught Horses and their Gears, 4 Draught Colts, 25 Pigs, excellent modern Implements in Husbandry, 12 doz Iron Hurdles, 5-horse-power Thrashing Machine, 80 Corn Sacks, 25 Bags of Potatoes, &c.; also, the neat and substantial HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, Feather Beds, Brewing and Dairy Vessels, and Kitchen Requisites appertaining to the Farm House, the whole of which will be SOLD BY AUCTION,
BY MR. BARBER,
On Monday and Tuesday, 21st and 22nd March, 1859, by direction of John Taylor, Esq. who has let the Farm.
The Live Stock, Implements, &c. will be sold the first day, and the Furniture, Brewing and Dairy Vessels, &c. the second.
Catalogues may had at the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, or at the Office of the Auctioneer, Wellington.
N.B.-The Fat Stock will be sold at Mr. Barber’s Smithfield, Wellington, on Monday, the 28th March inst. (Wellington Fair Day).
Sale to commence each day punctually at Eleven.
Eddowes’s Shrewsbury Journal, 16 Mar 1859, page 1.
AT WATERS UPTON,
Five miles from Wellington, on the Turnpike Road to Market Drayton.
On TUESDAY, 22nd November, 1859.
W. D. GREEN
HAS received instructions from the Executors of the late Mr. Thomas Whitfield, to SELL by AUCTION the valuable FARMING STOCK, IMPLEMENTS, Growing Turnips, and Grass-eating, on the farm at Waters Upton ; comprising—9 dairy cows in calf, 5 barren cows, short horn bull (two years old), 8 half-meated cross-bred Hereford bullocks and heifers (rising two years old), 4 calves, 6 draught horses and their gears, 26 fat sheep, 1 Leicester ram, 32 breeding ewes, and 35 cross-bred Leicester lambs, breeding sow and gilt in-pig, 17 small store pigs, about 17 acres of swedes and three acres of turnips (in lots of about one or two acres, which may be taken off), grass eating of the farm to the 2nd of February next (in one or more lots), 8 dozen of iron hurdles, 3 waggons, 3 tumbrels, ploughs, harrows, &c., &c. as per catalogues.
Sale at Twelve o’clock.
Wellington Journal, 12 Nov 1859, page 2.
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1860
AT WATERS UPTON,
5 miles from Wellington on the Turnpike-road to Market Drayton.
On FRIDAY, 23rd March, 1860.
W. D. GREEN
WILL SELL BY AUCTION, by order of the Executors of the late Mr. Thomas Whitfield the Neat and Useful HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, glass, china, linen, dairy and brewing utensils, small husbandry implements, pony, harness, and gig, &c., &c., as per catalogues. Sale to commence at 12 o’clock.
Wellington Journal, 10 Mar 1860, page 2.
WATERS UPTON AND ROWTON,
Near Wellington Salop.
VERY DESIRABLE FREEHOLD HOUSES & LAND,
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION,
BY MR. BARBER,
BY directions of the Trustees of the Will of Mr. Joseph Cooper deceased, at the Seven Stars Inn Cold Hatton, Wednesday, the 4th April, 1860, at 5 o’clock in the afternoon, in the following or such other Lots as may be determined upon at the time of Sale, and subject to Conditions to be then produced:—
AT WATERS UPTON.
Lot 1.—A desirable Brick and Tile-built MESSUAGE or Dwelling-houses with productive Garden attached, containing together 38p. or thereabouts, situate adjoining the main Road, in Waters Upton Village, and now in the occupation of Mr. Joseph Lloyd.
Lot 2.—A capital Croft of Meadow or Pasture LAND, containing 3r. 4p. or thereabouts, adjoining the last lot, and also in the occupation of the said Joseph Lloyd.
Lot 3.—Three several pieces of excellent Arable and Meadow LAND, called the Hare Butt, and the Hare Butts Meadows, containing together 6a. 3a. 3p. or thereabouts, situate adjoining the Turnpike Road from Waters Upton to Wellington, and in the parish of Waters Upton, and now also the occupation of the said Joseph Lloyd.
[…] The respective tenants will show the Lots, and any further information may be obtained on application at the office of Mr. Barber, Auctioneer and Surveyor, and Mr. J. D. W. Beeston, Solicitor, both of Wellington.
Eddowes’s Shrewsbury Journal, 21 Mar 1860, page 1.
WATERS-UPTON, near WELLINGTON, SHROPSHIRE.—Valuable FREEHOLD ESTATE.—To be SOLD BY AUCTION, by
Mr. T. W. JONES, at the Swan Inn, Waters-Upton, on Tuesday, the 10th day of April, 1860, at 5 o’clock in the afternoon, in seven lots, subject to conditions, a well-built brick and tile DWELLING-HOUSE, with Gardens and all necessary Farm Buildings, two COTTAGES and Gardens, together with about 85 acres of excellent Meadow, Pasture, and Turnip and Barley LAND, pleasantly situated at Waters-Upton, on the turnpike road leading from Wellington to Market Drayton, in the county of Salop, and now in the occupation of the vendor, Mr. William Taylor, or his undertenants.
Possession can be had immediately after the sale, and three-fourths of the purchase money of any lot may remain on mortgage, at moderate interest.
Printed particulars and lithographed plans, with any further information, can be obtained at the place of sale; from Samuel Minor, Esq., Meeson, near Wellington; or at the Offices of the Auctioneer, or Mr. W. M. Taylor, Solicitor, both of Wellington.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 7 Apr 1860, page 4.
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1861
DESIRABLE FREEHOLD INN, MALTHOUSE, PREMISES AND LAND.
AT WATERS UPTON, NEAR WELLINGTON, SALOP.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY
MR. BARBER,
At the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, on Tuesday, the 9th day of April, 1861, at Five o’clock in the afternoon, in two lots, and subject to conditions to be then produced:—
Lot 1.
ALL that valuable roadside old-licensed INN, called “The Swan,” situate at Waters Upton aforesaid, adjoining the turnpike road leading from Wellington to Hodnet, with the Malthouse, Outbuildings, Fold Sheds, Garden and piece of Land attached, the whole containing 1a. 0r. 17p., or thereabouts, and now in the occupation of Mrs. Martin.
Lot 2.
All those three Pieces or Parcels of ARABLE and MEADOW LAND, situate on the opposite side of the turnpike road to the last lot, and adjoining lands belonging to the Duke of Sutherland and Mr. Titley, also occupied by Mrs. Martin, and containing together 3a. 1r. 38p., or thereabouts.
The above property is very desirable, either for occupation or investment, an excellent business having been carried on upon the premises for many years past. Three-fourths of the purchase money may remain or [= on] mortgage, if required. Possession of Lot 1 may be had at Midsummer next, and of Lot 2 immediately.
To view the property apply upon the premises, and for any further information at the office of the Auctioneer, or Messrs. Marcy and Hiatt, solicitors, Wellington.
Wellington Journal, 6 Apr 1861, page 2.
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1862
FREEHOLD PROPERTY,
At Wellington and Waters-Upton,
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY
MR. T. W. JONES,
At the Raven Inn, Wellington, on Thursday, April 3rd, 1862, at Five o’clock in the evening:
[…]
Lot 2.
A piece of LAND, containing two roods and 14 perches, or thereabouts, called “The Bridge Meadow,” situate at Waters-Upton, now in the occupation of Mr. Thomas Titley.
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Wellington Journal, 22 Mar 1862, page 2.
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1868
VALUABLE FREEHOLD COTTAGES and LAND,
WATERS UPTON, SALOP.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY MR. T. W. JONES.
At the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, on Saturday, Jan. the 11th, 1868, at Five o’clock in the afternoon, in the following or such other lot or lots as may be agreed upon at the time of Sale, and subject to such conditions as will then be produced:
Lot 1.
ALL those Three newly-erected COTTAGES, with the Gardens and Appurtenances thereto belonging, situate in Waters Upton aforesaid, in the several occupations of Mrs. A. E. Vaughan, Mrs. Jane Austin, and Mr. William Whitfield, containing by admeasurement 3r. 16p. or thereabouts.
Lot 2.
All that CROFT OF LAND now staked out, adjoining Lot 1, in the occupation of Mrs. A. E. Vaughan, containing 3r. 5p. or thereabouts.
Mrs. Jane Austin, on the premises, will shew the Lots.
For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer, Wellington, Salop; Mr. Samuel Minor, Meeson, Wellington; or to Mr. W. R. Minor, 26, Brown-street, Manchester.
Wellington Journal, 4 January 1868, page 4.
WATERS UPTON—Parish of
Freeholders and £50 Occupiers.
[J] 532 Blantern, Robert
[G, N] 533 Boycott Richard Hinchesman
[G, N] 534 Davies John Bayley
[-] 535 Felton John, see 333 F
[J] 536 Fletcher Thomas
[J] 537 Jones George
[N, J] 538 James John
[N] 539 Lloyd Joseph
[G, N] 540 Morgan William
[J] 541 Mullis Edward
[-] 542 Powell William
[G, N] 543 Titley Thomas
[-] 544 Williams John
£12 Occupiers.
[-] 545 Casewell William
[-] 546 Jeffries George
[J] 547 Lloyd William
[-] 548 Morgan John
[G, N] 549 Tudor Samuel
Poll Book of the Election, November, 1868, for the Northern Division of Shropshire.
[G = J. R. Ormsby Gore, Esq. N = The Viscount Newport. J = R. G. Jebb, Esq.]
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1873
Return of Owners of Land, 1873
Salop.
Name of Owner | Address of Owner. | Extent of Lands [A. R. P.] | Gross Estimated Rental [£ s.]
Aston, George | Waters Upton | 4 3 31 | 10 3
Blantern, Robert | Waters Upton | 16 1 23 | 50 –
Davies, Elizabeth | Waters Upton | 1 2 36 | 8 –
Glebe Land | Waters Upton | 32 2 20 | 65 14
Lloyd, Joseph | Waters Upton | 1 – 2 | 7 –
Martin, Mary | Waters Upton | 1 – 14 | 30 –
Rider, Sarah | Waters Upton | 1 2 12 | 18 –
Taylor, John | Waters Upton | 861 1 35
Titley, Thomas | Waters Upton | 11 2 30 | 51 5
William, John | Waters Upton | 38 1 28 | 85 –
Wood, James | Waters Upton | 2 – 22 | 12 –
Wood, Sarah | Waters Upton | 1 3 20 | 20 –
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1878
ON FRIDAY NEXT,
WATERS UPTON,
Near Wellington, Salop.
MR. POOLER has been instructed by
Mr. W. Morgan to SELL BY AUCTION,
On FRIDAY , the 15th of March, 1878,
Eight excellent Waggon HORSES and HACK, 26 prime Fat and Fresh Store CATTLE, 166 pure-bred Shropshire EWES (with lambs or to lamb) and Yearling WETHERS, 13 Strong Store Pigs, two stacks of prime Hay and several stacks of Bolting and loose Wheat Straw, and a quantity of capital Swedes (all to go off); the eating of 12 acres of Turf Land, 2 acres of Mangolds, and part of a stack of Hay, containing about seven tons, with use of Buildings and Straw until 1st May, 1878; Agricultural IMPLEMENTS, neat Household FURNITURE, Brewing and Dairy Vessels, and Miscellaneous Effects.
Sale at 11 o’clock prompt.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 8 Mar 1878, page 8.
Note: William Morgan (1829-1915). He was a farmer at Waters Upton in 1861 and 1871, but by 1881 had moved to Gnosall (Befcote Hall), the census listing him as “Farmer 342 Acres 6 Men 2 Boys”.
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1886
ON WEDNESDAY NEXT, March 24th.
WATERS UPTON,
Five miles from Wellington and One mile from Crudgington Station, on the Wellington & Market Drayton Line.
ATTRACTIVE SALE OF CATTLE, SHEEP, AND IMPLEMENTS, &c.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON have received instructions from the Representatives of the late Mr T. Titley (who are giving up the farm) to SELL BY AUCTION, on the premises,
On WEDNESDAY NEXT, March the 24th, 1886,
The whole of the LIVE STOCK, as follows:-
33 FAT and REARING CATTLE, Viz.
21 Fat Two-year-old BULLOCKS and HEIFERS
12 Promising YEARLINGS
78 Shropshire SHEEP, including—
37 Capital EWES and 30 LAMBS
41 Fat Yearling EWES and WETHERS
3 Waggon HORSES and their Gearing
2 Young HACKS and HARNESS MARES
A useful Collection of IMPLEMENTS, in working order
SPRING TRAP, POULTRY
15 Bags of OATS; also
The Consuming of STACKS of BARLEY and WHEAT STRAW, with Use of Buildings and Boosey Pasture until the 1st May.
Luncheon (by ticket) at 11, and the Sale will commence at Twelve o’clock prompt.
Catalogues may be obtained from the Auctioneers’ Office.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 19 Mar 1886, page 1.
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1887
Desirable FREEHOLD RESIDENCE, HOUSES and GARDENS, and Sound TURF and ARABLE LAND, WATERS UPTON, SALOP.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON
Will SELL by AUCTION, at the Charlton Arms Hotel, Wellington, on Monday, March 28th, 1887, at Five o’clock in the evening, in Six Lots, or otherwise, subject to conditions to be then produced, which will incorporate the Common Form Conditions of the Shropshire Law Society:—
Lot 1.
ALL that convenient Substantially-built RESIDENCE, Stabling, Cowhouses, Barn, and other Outbuildings the same belonging, together with the Garden and Orchard, well stocked with good fruit trees. Also Three Pieces of Arable and Meadow LAND, known as “The River Leasow,” “The Pink House Meadow,” and “The Pink House Field,” containing in the whole 7a. 3r. 26p. or thereabouts, situate fronting the main road in Waters Upton, and now in the occupation Mr. John Shakeshaft.
Lot 2.
A FREEHOLD HOUSE and SHOEMAKER’S SHOP, Garden, and Outbuildings to the same, situate near the last Lot, and now occupied by Thomas Bennett, containing 36½ perches or thereabouts.
Lot 3.
A FREEHOLD HOUSE and BLACKSMITH’S SHOP, with Garden and Appurtenances, situate in the Sandholes, in the village of Waters Upton, now in the occupation of James Ridgway, and containing 0a. 2r. 11p. or thereabouts.
Lot 4.
A Piece of capital Arable LAND, called “The Croft,” situate on the opposite side of the road to the last Lot, and containing la. 0r. 6½p. or thereabouts, now occupied by Mr. John Shakeshaft.
Lot 5.
A Piece of sound Arable LAND, known as “The Rock Hole Piece,” near to the last Lot, and containing 1a. 1r. 9p. or thereabouts, now occupied by Mr. John Shakeshaft.
Lot 6.
A Croft of sound Meadow LAND, known as “The Bridge Meadow,” adjoining the River Tern and main road in the parishes of High Ercall and Waters Upton, and containing 0a. 3r. 19p. or thereabouts, now occupied by Mr John Shakeshaft and bounded on two sides by lands belonging to the Duke of Cleveland and the Duke of Sutherland.
Lot 1 is very pleasantly situated for occupation, and specially commands attention as an investment. The other lots lie very conveniently in the village, and the Land is in a good state of cultivation.
The Tenants will, upon application, show the Lots.
A Plan of the Lots may seen the Offices of the Auctioneers, or, together any further information, from Mr Bidlake, Solicitor, all of Wellington.
Wellington Journal, 19 March 1887, page 1.
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1889
WATERS UPTON, SHROPSHIRE.
Important SALE of FREEHOLD ARABLE and PASTURE LAND, FARM HOMESTEAD and BUILDINGS, ALLOTMENTS or BUILDING SITES, all situate near the village and in the parish of Waters Upton.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON
Are instructed by the Board of Agriculture and the Rev. J. B Davies to SELL by AUCTION, at the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, on Tuesday next, the 15th day of October, 1889, at Four for Five o’clock in the evening prompt, in the following or such other Lots as may be determined upon at the time of Sale, and subject to Conditions to then read,
ALL those Eight Pieces Of Superior ARABLE and PASTURE LAND, situate in and near the village, and forming a portion of the Rectorial Glebe of the parish of Waters Upton, the total acreage of the whole being 18a. 0r. 31p. by recent admeasurement.
Also all that Substantial FARMSTEAD, with Garden, Orchard, Outbuildings, and Three productive Pieces of PASTURE LAND adjoining thereto, situate at The Terrill, and containing 16a. 3r. 17p. by recent admeasurement.
Lot 1.
A Piece of sound FREEHOLD MEADOW LAND, called “Cranemoor,” situate adjoining the River Tern, in the parish of Waters Upton, now the occupation of Wm. J. Owen, and containing 0a. 2r. 39p. or thereabouts.
Lot 2.
A Plot of FREEHOLD MEADOW LAND, situate adjoining the River Meese, near to its entrance into the River Tern, in the parish of Waters Upton, now in the occupation of Wm. J. Owen, and containing 0a. 1r. 15p., or thereabouts.
Lot 3.
A Superior Piece of FREEHOLD ARABLE LAND, called “Fox Furlong,” with part of lane situate near to the village, and the parish of Waters Upton, now in the occupation of Wm. J. Owen, and containing 2a. 0r. 13p., or thereabouts.
Lot 4.
A Field of Capital FREEHOLD ARABLE and PASTURE LAND, called “Sitch,” situate adjoining the main road leading from Waters Upton to Bolas, now in the occupation of Wm. J. Owen, and containing 3a. 2r. 28p., or thereabouts.
Lot 5.
A Desirable Field of FREEHOLD ARABLE LAND, called “Littlefield,” having a good frontage to the main road aforesaid, now in the occupation of Wm. J. Owen, and containing 2a. 2r. 21p., or thereabouts.
N.B.—This Lot will be first offered in Five Lots, as set in particulars and plan, and if not then sold will be offered in One Lot, as described above.
Lot 6.
All that Piece of Desirable FREEHOLD ARABLE LAND, known as “Kynnersley Pit,” situate near to the main road leading from the village of Waters Upton to the Terrill, and having a right of road thereto over land belonging to Mr. Groucock, now in the occupation of W. J. Owen, and containing 4a. 3r. 36p., or thereabouts.
Lot 7.
An Allotment of FREEHOLD PASTURE or MOOR LAND, adjoining to an accommodation road leading out of the main road from Crudgington to Kynnersley, now in the occupation of Wm. Lloyd, and containing 2a. 1r. 3p., or thereabouts.
Lot 8.
All that Substantially built FREEHOLD DWELLING-HOUSE, with Stable, Loose-box, Cowhouse, Barn, and Piggeries, productive Garden, Orchard, and Two Capital Pieces of PASTURE LAND, adjoining thereto, one known “The Britch,” and the other forming part of the Rectorial Glebe of Waters Upton, situate at the Terrill, in the parish of Waters Upton, and adjoining the main road leading from Waters Upton to Newport, the whole containing 7a. 3r. 23p., or thereabouts, now in the occupation of William Lloyd.
Lot 9.
All those Two Desirable Fields of FREEHOLD PASTURE LAND, known the “Long Britch” and “Great Britch,” adjoining the last lot, and situate at the Terrill aforesaid, the whole containing 10a. 1r. 30p., or thereabouts, and now the occupation of W. J. Owen.
The Property is surrounded by land belonging his Grace the Duke of Sutherland, Mrs. Groucock, Mrs. Taylor, R. Masefield, Esq., T. Taylor, Esq., and others.
The whole of the Land in a good state of cultivation, and forms a desirable lot for small Freeholders or Investors in sound land.
Lots 8 and 9 lie very compactly together, adjoining the main road, and specially command the attention of those in want of a convenient Homestead and small Farm thereto attached.
Printed Particulars, with any further information, may be obtained from Mr. W. J. Wyley, School Chambers, Shrewsbury; Messrs. Barber & Son, Auctioneers, Wellington, at whose Offices a Plan showing the lots may be inspected; and from
Mr. R. A. NEWILL,
Solicitor,
Wellington.
Wellington Journal, 12 Oct 1889, page 1.
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TO BREWERS, SPIRIT MERCHANTS, INN-KEEPERS AND OTHERS.
WATERS UPTON, NEAR WELLINGTON, SALOP.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY
MESSRS. BARBER & SON, on the premises, the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, on
WEDNESDAY, 22nd JANUARY, 1890,
at Five p.m., in one lot, and subject to conditions,
All that well-known Full-licensed FREEHOLD INN, called “The Swan,” situate in the village of Waters Upton, with the MALTHOUSE, STABLING, and other suitable Out-offices; 2 Crofts of LAND and Productive GARDEN adjoining, containing 1a. 0r. 17p., and for 35 years occupied by the owner, Mrs Foulkes, who is retiring through ill-health.
The property should command the special attention of persons engaged in the trade, being well adapted for increasing the large business now carried on thereat; is amply supplied with excellent water; situate adjoining the main road from Wellington to Market Drayton, and two other roads; is distant five miles from Wellington, one from Crudgington (G.W.R.) Station, and 2½ miles from the only other Inn between Wellington and Waters Upton, and the nearest Inn is at Cold Hatton, a mile away.
Part of the purchase money may remain, and early possession will be given.
Further particulars can be obtained on applying to the Auctioneers, or to Mr Carrane, Solicitor, Wellington, Salop
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 10 Jan 1890, page 1. Also published on 17 Jan 1890.
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1896
SPRING SALE FIXTURES—1896.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON will be pleased to receive, at as early a date as possible, Intimation of any SALES of FARMING STOCK or FURNITURE that their Patrons intend honouring them with, and they take this opportunity of assuring their Friends that all Business placed their hands shall have immediate attention.
SALES ALREADY FIXED.[…]
WATERS UPTON, NEAR Wellington.—Friday, February 28th, Sale of Furniture and Effects for Mr H. F. Percival. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 21 Feb 1896, Page 1.
WATERS UPTON.
Property Sale.—At the Swan Inn, on Wednesday, Messrs Barber and Son, by direction of the trustees of the will of the late Mr A. Atcherley, sold two freehold houses and some parcels of land, all situate in the village. Lot 1, a dwelling-house on the road from Wellington to Cold Hatton, used as a shop, with appurtenances, was sold to Mr A. James for £220. Lot 2, a dwelling-house near [word(s) missing here?], was purchased by Mr Beaman for £140. A piece of arable land on the Bolas main road (3r 3p) was sold to Mr Wilde for £80, and the same gentleman gave the same price for a piece of pasture land of the same extent adjoining. A piece of arable land (1a 1r 23p), on the road from Wellington to Cold Hatton, found a purchaser in Mr Jerman (Waters Upton) at £115, and a piece adjoining (3r 14p) was sold to Mr Bennett for £70.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 10 Jul 1896, page 8.
Note: Not A Atcherley but R (Robert) Atcherley. He died 16 Sep 1861, but it seems that the provisions of his will were not put into effect until after the death of his wife Elizabeth (née Icke) on 26 Mar 1896.
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TO BE LET, a Small RESIDENCE, with three Sitting Rooms, five Bedrooms, and usual Domestic Offices, two Cottages, 135 acres of Land, with suitable Buildings in good repair, situate at Waters Upton, one mile from Crudgington Station, G.W. Railway. The land comprises 39 acres of Pasture and 94 acres of free working Arable of good staple.—Apply to Mr. A. H. Ashdown, Uppington, Wellington, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 29 Oct 1897, page 4.
VALUABLE FREEHOLD FARM AT WATERS UPTON
TO CLOSE A TRUST.
FRANK LLOYD will OFFER for SALE BY AUCTION, at the Wrekin Hotel, Wellington, in the County of Salop,
On THURSDAY, the 2nd day of December, 1897,
At Four o’clock in the Afternoon, subject to conditions to be then produced:—
All that FARM-HOUSE with Stabling, Cowhouses, Barn, and other Outbuildings. Also excellent Garden and Orchard thereto belonging, situate at Waters Upton, Shropshire, on the west side of the main road from Wellington to Hodnet.
Also the THREE FIELDS adjoining, known as The River Leasow, The Pink House Meadow, and The Pink House Field, containing in the whole 7a. 3r. and 26p. or thereabouts.
Also the PIECE OF LAND adjacent to the above, known as Bridge Meadow, adjoining the River Tern, situate in the parishes of High Ercall and Waters Upton, containing 3r. and 19p. or thereabouts.
The Whole of the Property is in the occupation of Mr. John Shakeshaft, on an annual tenancy. The tenure is Freehold.
For further particulars, apply to the Auctioneer, at his office, Wrexham; or to
MR. W. F. GORST,
Solicitor,
40, North John Street, Liverpool.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 19 Nov 1897, page 1. Also 26 Nov 1897.
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1904
PRELIMINARY ADVERTISEMENT.
WATERS UPTON,
NEAR WELLINGTON, SHROPSHIRE.
IMPORTANT SALE OF
TWO FREEHOLD ESTATES
OF OVER 300 ACRES,
Situate Five Miles from Wellington, and One Mile from Crudgington Station (G.W.R.).
MESSRS. BARBER & SON are instructed to SELL BY AUCTION, at the TOWN HALL, WELLINGTON,
During the Month OCTOBER Next,
All that PLEASANTLY SITUATED FREEHOLD RESIDENCE, known ae “WATERS UPTON HALL,” late in the occupation of Mrs. Taylor, deceased, together with the Garden and Grounds, the whole containing la. 3r. 23p.
The USEFUL FREEHOLD FARM, with House, Buildings, and Cottage, the whole containing 162 Acres, now the occupation Mr. Needham.
The COTTAGE and GARDEN, now occupied by Mr. Ball.
The VALUABLE MEADOW LAND, now let to the Rev. J. B. Davies; and TWO DESIRABLE CROFTS.
Also all that VALUABLE FREEHOLD FARM, with the Substantial FARMHOUSE and BUILDINGS, and TWO COTTAGES, now in the occupation Mr. W. Jervis, the whole containing 136 Acres.
The COTTAGE and GARDEN, in the occupation of Miss Walker.
Full particulars and plans are being prepared, and may be obtained in due course from Messrs. Barber and Son, Auctioneers and Surveyors, Wellington, Salop; or from
MESSRS. RIDER & HEATON, Solicitors,
8, New Square, Lincoln’s Inn, London.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 26 Aug 1904, page 1.
WATERS UPTON,
NEAR WELLINGTON, SHROPSHIRE.
IMPORTANT SALE OF
TWO FREEHOLD ESTATES
OF OVER 300 ACRES,
Situate Five Miles from Wellington, and One Mile from Crudgington Station (G.W.R.).
MESSRS. BARBER & SON
are instructed to SELL BY AUCTION, at the TOWN HALL, WELLINGTON, SALOP,
On THURSDAY. October 27th, 1904,
At Four o’clock prompt, in 18 Lots, and subject to conditions.
All that FINE OLD 17th CENTURY HOUSE, known “WATERS UPTON HALL,” with its OAK STAIRCASE and OAK PANELLED ROOMS, together with the Useful FARM and Farm Buildings; the Grounds and Gardens, with Greenhouse, comprise about 2 Acres. The whole forming Compact Estate of 52a. 0r. 27p. or thereabouts. Most of the land is good Grass running down to the River Tern.
SEVERAL WELL SITUATED LOTS of ARABLE and PASTURE LAND, forming Small Holdings, Capital FARMHOUSE and BUILDINGS, 4 COTTAGES and GOOD GARDENS, SANDSTONE QUARRY, Pleasant VILLA RESIDENCE.
Also all that Very PRODUCTIVE FARM, known as the “WATERS UPTON FARM,” with excellent HOMESTEAD and FARM BUILDINGS. The whole containing 136 Acres SOUND ARABLE and PASTURE LAND of good quality, with access to Main Roads, and only One Mile from Crudgington Station (G.W.R.).
This is a most Desirable Property, the Premises being in an excellent state of repair.
Particulars, with plans and cards to view the lots, may be obtained from the Auctioneers, Wellington, Salop; or from
MESSRS. RIDER & HEATON, Solicitors,
8, New Square, Lincoln’s Inn, London
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 7 Oct 1904, page 1. Also advertised 14 and 21 Oct 1904, page 1.
IMPORTANT PROPERTY SALE.—Messrs. Barber and Son conducted an Important sale of freehold property, situate at Waters Upton, at the Town Hall yesterday afternoon, in the presence of a large company. Waters Upton Hall, a fine 17th century house, together with a useful farm and farm buildings, covering about 52 acres, was sold for £2,050 to Mrs. Fisk. Some 33 acres of arable and pasture land adjoining were withdrawn. A freehold river meadow of some five acres made £310 to Mr. Jarman, and 28 acres of arable land to the same purchaser for £900. Some pieces of arable land adjoining the last lot were withdrawn. The farmhouse, buildings, and a piece of pasture in the centre of the village, occupied by Mr. Needham, went to the tenant at £400. Mrs. Fisk purchased a cottage and two gardens for £100, and Mr. W. A. R. Ball paid £190 for a house and garden in his occupation. Waters Upton farm and adjoining cottages were withdrawn. Messrs. Rider and Heaton, New Square, Lincoln’s Inn, London, were the solicitors concerned.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 28 Oct 1904, page 8.
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1907
TO BREWERS, PUBLICANS, AND OTHERS.
WATERS UPTON, SHROPSHIRE.
IMPORTANT SALE OP A FREEHOLD ROADSIDE PUBLIC-HOUSE, known as
THE LION,
Together with the LAND adjoining, making a total of 3a 0r. 22p.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON are instructed by the Owner to SELL this Valuable PROPERTY BY AUCTION, at the Charlton Arms Hotel, Wellington, Salop,
On THURSDAY NEXT, FEBRUARY 28th, 1907,
At Four o’clock in the Afternoon, and subject to Conditions.
The Property fronts the main road leading from Wellington to Hodnet and Market Drayton, and is well situated for trade.
Any further information may be obtained from Messrs. Barber & Son, Auctioneers and Surveyors; or from
MR. R. A. NEWILL, Solicitor,
All of Wellington, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 22 Feb 1907, page 1.
WATERS UPTON AND COLD HATTON.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON
Will OFFER by AUCTION, at the Charlton Arms Hotel, Wellington, Salop, on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1907, the undermentioned FREEHOLD PROPERTIES, at 4-30 p.m. precisely, subject to Conditions:—
AT WATERS UPTON.
LOT 1.—Comprises a Field of Rich ARABLE LAND, called “Long Croft”, having an extensive frontage to the main road from Wellington to Market Drayton, nearly opposite the Lion Inn, and containing la. 1r 23p. or thereabouts.
This lot adjoins lands belonging the Duke of Sutherland, Adam Boulton, Esq., and Mr. Bennett.
LOT 2.-All that Piece of sound PASTURE LAND, near to the Lion Inn, known as “Quarry Croft”, having a long frontage to the main road from Wellington to Bolas, containing 0a. 3r. 3p. or thereabouts, and adjoining property of A. Lea Juckes, Esq.
LOT 3.—All that similar Piece of PASTURE LAND adjoining Lot 2, known as “The Butts” and also containing 0a. 3r. 3p. or thereabouts.
Lots 1, 2, and 3 are occupied by Mr. W. H. Price, pleasantly situated, and form desirable sites for the erection Villa or other Residences, being within a mile of the Railway Station at Crudgington. …
The respective Occupiers will show the Lots, and further particulars can obtained from the Auctioneers, or
MESSRS. CARRANE & ELLIOTT,
Solicitors, Wellington, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 23 Feb 1907, page 1.
WELLINGTON
(Other News on Pages 7 and 9.)
IMPORTANT PROPERTY SALE.—Messrs. Barber and Son, auctioneers, held an important sale of freehold property at the Charlton Arms Hotel, yesterday afternoon, when the “Lion” public house, at Waters Upton, with some 3 acres of land, was sold to Mr. W. T. Southam, Shrewsbury, for £850. Mr. R. A. Newill, Wellington, was the solicitor concerned. A field of arable land “Long Croft,” at Waters Upton, with road frontage, containing 1a. 1r. 23p., was sold to Mr. W. Shakeshaft for £100. Mr. R. A. Clarke, solicitor, Wellington, bought two pieces of pasture land at Waters Upton, “Quarry Croft” and “The Butts,” 3r. 3p. each in area, for £155; and Mr. Harry Herbert, of Much Wenlock, paid £130 for two cottages and gardens at Cold Hatton. Messrs. Carrane and Elliott, Wellington, were the solicitors for these lots. There was a good attendance and spirited bidding.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 1 Mar 1907, page 8.
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WATERS UPTON,
One mile from Crudgington Station, and Five Miles from Wellington.
SALE OF AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS, WOODEN STABLE, &c.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON
Have been instructed by J. S. Heathcote, Esq. (who is removing), to SELL by AUCTION, on the Premises,
ON SATURDAY NEXT, MARCH 20th, 1909,
A very useful Collection of NEARLY-NEW IMPLEMENTS, including 3 CARTS, Cambridge Roll, Combined Reaper and Mower, Turnip Cutter, Oil Cake Mill, Turnip Drill, Ploughs, Harrows, Sheep Dipping Tub, Sheep Racks and Troughs, Scales and Weights, 70 IRON HURDLES, 100 Corn Sacks, Gears, Ladders, Wire Sheep Netting, Hen Coops, and other Effects.
The Erection of WOOD STABLE, with Manger and Hay Rack, built in sections, and easily removed; GREENHOUSE, 12 ft. by 8ft., in sections.
Sale at Two o’clock.
Catalogues from the Auctioneers’ Offices, Church Street, Wellington, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 12 Mar 1909, page 1. Also 19 Mar, same page.
WATERS UPTON, Near WELLINGTON, SALOP,
One Mile from Crudgington Station.
SALE OF HORSES, IMPLEMENTS, &c.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON
HAVE been instructed by Messrs. A. Boulton and Co. (who are giving up the Land at Waters Upton) to SELL by AUCTION,
ON FRIDAY, MAY 21st, 1909,
3 HORSES, SOW in pig, IMPLEMENTS, GEARS and other EFFECTS, including Capital Spring Lurry, 2 Carts, 2 Dog Carts, Luggage Cart, Market Trap, Avery’s Weighing Machine, Iron Harrows, Oil Cake Crusher, Pump and Box for distributing Liquid Manure, 30 Iron Hurdles, &c.
Sale at Two o’clock.
Catalogues from the Auctioneers’ Offices, Church Street, Wellington, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 7 May 1909, page 1.
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WATERS UPTON, SHROPSHIRE.
About three-quarters of a mile from Crudgington Station and 5 miles from Wellington.
Alfred Mansell & Co.
HAVE received instructions to SELL by AUCTION, at the CHARLTON ARMS HOTEL, WELLINGTON,
ON MONDAY, JUNE 24th, 1912,
At 4 for 4-30 o’clock prompt, subject to Conditions:—The ATTRACTIVE FREEHOLD PROPERTY known as
“THE BEECHES,” WATERS UPTON,
containing 4 Bedrooms, 2 Sitting Rooms, Kitchens, Back Kitchen, Dairy, &c.; good Garden and Orchard. EXCELLENT OUTBUILDINGS, comprising Stable, Coach-house, Cowhouse, Piggeries, Dutch Barn, &c, together with 4 Enclosures Buildings of productive Land, the whole extending to about 8 ACRES 3 ROODS 5 PERCHES, and forming a most Compact and Desirable Property, such as seldom comes into the Market. At present in the occupation of Mr. Shakeshaft at a rental of £45 per Annum.
POSSESSION WILL BE GIVEN AT LADY DAY NEXT.
Particulars and Plan may be obtained from MR. G. H. MORGAN, Solicitor, Shrewsbury; or from the AUCTIONEERS, College Hill, Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 31 May 1912, page 1. Also 7 Jun 1912, same page.
Note: The above followed a preliminary notice published 24 May 1912, same page, in which the occupier was stated to be Mr. R. Shakeshaft. Added Mar 2025.
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1914
WATERS UPTON.
SALE OF FURNITURE AND EFFECTS.
BARBER & SON
Are instructed by Mr. S. Lineton (who is leaving) to
SELL by AUCTION, on
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th, 1914,
THE whole of the HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, including Mahogany Bureau-Bookcase, Sitting-Room Suite of 9 pieces, Walnut Sideboard, 8-days’ Clock, Oak and Walnut Overmantels, Mahogany Duchesse Dressing Table and Washstand, Bedsteads and Bedding, Chests of Drawers, Axminster Carpet, Tables, Chairs, China and Glass, Engravings, and Kitchen Utensils.
Sale at One o’clock.
Catalogues from the Auctioneers’ Offices, Church Street, Wellington, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 29 Aug 1914, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
WATERS UPTON, NEAR WELLINGTON, SALOP.
MESSRS. POOLER, DAVIES & WHITE
Will offer for SALE by PUBLIC AUCTION,
ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6th, 1914,
At The Swan Inn, Waters Upton, at 4 o’clock prompt in the afternoon, and subject to conditions,
THE FREEHOLD PROPERTY, known as “THE TERRILL,” situate at Waters Upton, near Wellington, Salop, comprising an old stone and brick built Cottage (now void), Outbuildings, and THREE CROFTS OF TURF LAND containing in the whole 1¾ acres of thereabouts, and in the occupation of Mrs. Crowther.
The Property adjoins that belonging to Misses W. and P. S. Minor, Mrs. Davies, and Mr. J. H. Massey.
Further Particulars may be obtained from H. HADEN KENDRICK, ESQ., Solicitor, 89, Darlington Street, Wolverhampton; or the AUCTIONEERS, Newport, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 26 Sep 1914, page 1. Also 3 Oct 1914, same page. Added Mar 2025.
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1915
By order of the Executors of the late Reverend L. V. and Mrs. Yonge.
SHROPSHIRE.
WATERS UPTON, NEAR WELLINGTON.
SALE OF VALUABLE
FREEHOLD AGRICULTURAL PROPERTIES,
comprising:—
Lot No. Description and Tenant. A. R. P.
comprising:—
| Lot No. | Description and Tenant. | A. | R. | P. |
| 1. | WATERS UPTON GRANGE (Executors late L. V. Yonge) | 182 | 0 | 0 |
| 2. | SMALL HOLDING (Exors. late L. V. Yonge) | 2 | 0 | 23 |
| 3. | DWELLING HOUSE, OUTBUILDINGS, and GARDEN (J. Brooks) | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| 4. | PASTURE LAND at the Tyrrell (J. Brooks) | 7 | 0 | 10 |
| 5. | MEADOW at Harebutt Bank (J. S. Morgan) | 5 | 2 | 26 |
| 6. | TWO COTTAGES and GARDENS (Evans and Lewis) | 1 | 1 | 33 |
| 7. | ARABLE LAND (Exors. late L. V. Yonge) | 329 | 1 | 27 |
| 8. | ARABLE LAND (J Brooks) | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 9. | PASTURE LAND (Exors. late L. V. Yonge) | 1 | 2 | 13 |
WATERS UPTON GRANGE is a Feeding or Dairy Farm with superior Residence and Grounds, good Buildings, Cottage, 104 Acres of Pasture, and 74 Acres of Arable Land, in good heart and condition. Sold with early possession if required.
MESSRS. BARBER & SON are instructed to Offer the above PROPERTIES for Sale by Auction, at the Town Hall Sale Room, Wellington, on
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1915,
at 3.30 o’clock prompt, subject to Conditions of Sale.
Particulars, with Plans and Cards to View, may be obtained from Messrs. Barber and Son, Auctioneers, Wellington, Salop; or from Messrs. Minor and Co., Solicitors, 29, Fountain Street, Manchester.
Birmingham Daily Post, 11 September 1915, page 2.
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1918
ON TUESDAY NEXT, OCTOBER 15th, 1918.
WATERS UPTON, SALOP,
SALE OF FREEHOLD PROPERTY and SURPLUS FURNITURE.
BARBER & SON
Are instructed by the Excrs. of the late Mr. W. J. Owen to SELL by AUCTION, on
TUESDAY NEXT, OCTOBER 15th, 1918,
at The Swan Hotel, Waters Upton, at 4-30, subject to Conditions of Sale,
4 Substantially-built HOUSES, known as HANFORD TERRACE, WATERS UPTON. Each House contains Front Room, 2 Kitchens, Pantry, and 3 Bedrooms. Good Gardens at front and back of each. Total rentals £29 10s., tenants paying rates. The adjoining owners are A. Lea Juckes, Esq., and Mr. F. Heyne.
Also will be Sold a quantity of Surplus FURNITURE, removed from the Swan Hotel; and this will be Sold in the Yard adjoining, including Sideboard, Cupboard, Barometer, Tables, Fireproof Safe, Kitchen Requisites, Cutlery, Linen, Wheelbarrow, Pig Troughs, Corn Bins, Poultry House, Iron Hurdles, 16 Corrugated Iron Sheets, Lawn Mower, etc.
Sale of Furniture at Two o’clock, and Property 4-30.
Any further information from the Auctioneers, or from Mr. R. A. CLARKE, Solicitor, all of Wellington, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 12 Oct 1918, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
ESTATE SALES.
MEESON ESTATE.
At Wellington (Salop) on Thursday last week Messrs. Barber and Son, auctioneers, Wellington, conducted the sale of the Meeson Estate, which had an area of nearly 300 acres. Meeson Grange, comprising house, buildings, three cottages and over 129 acres of arable and pasture land, was sold to Mr. J. W. Evans, Kineton, Warwick, for £4,600. Mr. W. Dugdale, an adjoining owner, was the purchaser for £1,100 of 31¾ acres of accommodation land. Two similar enclosures adjoining, containing 24¾ acres, were sold to Mr. Richard Jones, of Cherrington, for £1,600. A water meadow, adjoining Bolas Bridge, found a purchaser in Mr. J. S. Morgan, Harebutts, for £700. Meeson House, with five acres, was sold to Mr. J. W. Shakeshaft, Cold Hatton, for £925. Six and three-quarter acres of arable land at Meeson Heath were knocked down to Mr. W. Morgan, of Waters Upton, for £450. Mr. H. Dodwell secured a cottage with 13 acres of land at Meeson Heath, and 11 acres of land at Shray Hill for £620 and £500 respectively. He was also the purchaser of 34 acres of accommodation pasture land on the Dayhouse Moor for £950. Nineteen acres of accommodation land at Shray Hill were sold to Mr. H. Thorpe for £825.
The Runcorn Guardian, Fri 27 Dec 1918, page 4. Also Wolverhampton Express and Star, 20 Dec 1918, page 2.
Note: None of this land was in the historic parish of Waters Upton, but at least two of the purchasers (the Morgans) were of the parish.
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1919
WATERS UPTON, Near WELLINGTON, SALOP.
SALE of an ADMIRABLY SITUATED
SMALL HOLDING.
The PROPERTY comprises a capital House, useful Buildings, and nearly 8 Acres of Pasture Land, now occupied by Mr. Cartwright and Mr. Powell.
BARBER & SON
ARE instructed to Offer this Valuable FREEHOLD PROPERTY for SALE by AUCTION, at the TOWN HALL SALE ROOM, on
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13th, 1919, at Four o’clock, in One Lot, subject to Conditions of Sale.
Further particulars may be obtained from the AUCTIONEERS, Church Street, or Mr. R. GWYNNE, Solicitor, of Wellington, Salop.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 24 Oct 1919, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
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1922
ON FRIDAY MARCH 17th, 1922.
GRANGE FARM, WATERS UPTON.
IMPORTANT AGRICULTURAL SALE for
Mr. F. Heynes, who is retiring.
HENTRY RUSSELL & SON
AUCTIONEERS, SHREWSBURY.
Wellington Journal, 11 Feb 1922, page 1. Also 18 and 25 Feb 1922, same page.
Note: F Heynes = Ferdinand Heyne. Added Mar 2025.
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1924
FREEHOLD COITAGE AND GARDEN
together with FIELD of GOOD TURF LAND adjoining, situate at
THE TERRILL, WATERS UPTON,
WELLINGTON, SALOP,
the whole extendng to an area of 5 acres (or thereabouts).
Vacant Possession on completion of purchase.
BARBER & SON
Are instructed to offer the above by Public Auction, at the Town Hall Sale Room, Wellington, Salop,
ON THURSDAY, JULY 24th, 1924,
at Four o’clock prompt (subject to Conditions).
Further particulars from the Auctioneers’ Offices, Church Street; or from Messrs. LANDER & SON, Solicitors; all of Wellington, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 28 Jun 1924, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
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1929
By order of the Owner-occupier.
Possession March 25th, 1930, or earlier.
A High Class Mixed Farm known as
WATERS UPTON GRANGE,
WELLINGTON, SALOP.
COMPRISING MODERN GENTLEMAN’S RESIDENCE, CHARMING GROUNDS, EXCELLENT FARM BUILDINGS, THREE GOOD COTTAGES & GARDENS. The whole embracing a total area of about
183a. 2r. 1p.
(93 Acres Arable, and 88 Pasture).
To be Offered for Sale by Auction by
WILLIAM EVERALL
At “The George Hotel” Shrewsbury,
on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28th, 1929,
at 3.30 o’clock (unless disposed of by Private Treaty in the meantime).
Full particulars, with plan, in due course, from Messrs. HENRY LEE, BYGOTT & ECCLESTON, Solicitors, Whitchurch, or the AUCTIONEER, Exchange Offices, Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 6 Sep 1929, page 1. Similar notice in Wellington Journal, 21 Sep 1929, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
THE RECTORY, WATERS UPTON.
BARBER & SON
Are Instructed by the Rev. W. A. Meakin to Sell by Auction
ON FRIDAY NEXT, OCTOBER 18th, 1929,
A Quantity of Household Furniture and EFFECTS, comprising Mahogany Dining Table, Walnut Occasional tables, Antique Oak Tables, Mahogany Bookcases, Books, Ebonized China Cabinet, Oak Corner Cupboard, Grandfather Clocks, Mirrors, Carpets, Couches, Mahogany Bedsteads, Toilet Tables, Chests of Drawers, Wardrobes, Engravings, Safe by Cotterill. OUTDOOR EFFECTS, including Lawn Mower, nearly new Rabbit Hutch with 9 compartments, Garden Seat, Ladders, etc.
Sale at Two o’clock.
No Catalogues.
Wellington Journal, 12 Oct 1929, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27th, 1930.
WATERS UPTON GRANGE,
Near WELLINGTON.
Mr. G. H Goodwin, who is retiring from farming, has instructed
WILLIAM EVERALL
to reserve the above Date for the Sale of the Whole of his
LIVE AND DEAD FARMING STOCK.
Auctioneer’s Office: Exchange Offices, Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 15 Nov 1929, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
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1930
ON THURSDAY NEXT,
“THE HAREBUTT,”
WATERS UPTON, SALOP
(6 miles from Wellington, and 2 from Crudgington Station).
SALE OF FREEHOLD HOUSE AND LAND.
PATERSON & SON
Are instructed to Sell by Auction, at The Town Hall Sale Room, Wellington,
ON THURSDAY NEXT, FEB. 13th, 1930,
at 4 p.m. Prompt.
LOT 1.—DWELLING-HOUSE, pleasantly situated at HAREBUTT BANK, WATERS UPTON, with Stabling, Licensed Slaughterhouse, Cowhouses, etc. together with Croft of Land adjoining, containing 2a. 0r. 5p., and now in the occupation of Mr. J. S. Morgan (Butcher). The House contains:—2 Front Living Rooms, Back Kitchen, Larder and 4 Bedrooms.
LOT 2.—Excellent River Meadow adjoining Bolas Bridge, and near to Lot 1, with long frontage to main road and river, containing 7a. 1r. 30p., or thereabouts. An ideal site for the erection of a house.
Vacant Possession of the Two Lots will be given on or before March 25th Next.
Further particulars may be obtained from the Auctioneers, Market Street; or DEAN and ESPLEY, Solicitors, all of Wellington, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 8 Feb 1930, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
SHORT NOTICE SALE.
ON WEDNESDAY NEXT.
“THE HAREBUTT”,
WATERS UPTON, SALOP
(6 miles from Wellington, and 2 miles from Crudgington Station).
SALE OF OUTDOOR EFFECTS AND FURNITURE.
PATERSON & SON
Will Sell by Auction, by order of Mr. W. Morgan,
ON WEDNESDAY NEXT, MARCH 5th, 1930,
THE OUTDOOR EFFECTS, comprising:—Plough, Turnip Scuffles, Iron Flat Roll, Cultivator, 3 Sets of Harrows, Turnip Drill, Pulper, Chaff-cutter, 2 Portable Poultry Houses, Lister’s Cream Separator, Churn.
Dark Brown Half-bred MARE, 15½h.h., 6 years; Spring Cart, strong Cart, Rubber-tyred Governess-Car, Iron Pig Troughs, etc.
Also a few items of FURNITURE, including:—Antique Inlaid Mahogany Bureau, Oak Kitchenpiece, Mahogany Inlaid 8-Day Grandfather clock, Barometer, Chairs and other items.
Sale at Two o’clock Prompt.
Auctioneers’ Offices: Market Street, Wellington.
Wellington Journal, 1 Mar 1930, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
SALES BY AUCTION. […]
Messrs. Barber and Son report the following transactions: — “Clematis Cottage,” Waters Upton, sold to Mr. A. Ball, £200; “West View,” Waters Upton, sold to Mr. Owen, at £450; […]
Wellington Journal, 26 Jul 1930, page 7. Added Mar 2025.
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THE HALL FARM, WATERS UPTON.
5 miles from Wellington.
BARBER AND SON
Have been favoured with instructions from Mr. A. Mottram (who ia leaving) to
Sell by Auction on
SATURDAY, MARCH 19th, 1932,
23 WELL-BRED SHORTHORN CATTLE.
59 SHEEP.
4 YOUNG HORSES. 2 PIGS.
A Good Collection of IMPLEMENTS and GEARS.
Sale at one o’clock prompt.
Catalogues from the Auctioneers.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 11 Mar 1932, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
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1936
Instructed by the Exors. of Ann James (Deceased).
LOT 1.—DETACHED COTTAGE, Garden and Outbuildings—
“THE FIRS,” WATERS UPTON,
Near WELLINGTON,
containing: Sitting Room, Kitchen, Larder, 3 Bedrooms, Wash House, etc. Cow House, Stable and Slaughterhouse.
LOT 2.—An Enclosure of PASTURE LAND, ¾ Acre, with Building thereon.
LOT 3.—An Enclosure of ACCOMMODATION BUILDING LAND, ¾ Acre.
At the Lion Inn, Waters Upton, on
TUESDAY, 12th MAY, AT 6-30 P.M.
Auctioneers:
BARBER & SON
Solicitors: Lander and Son; both of Wellington.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 1 May 1936, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
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Preliminary Notice.
THE HAREBUTTS FARM,
WATERS UPTON,
Near WELLINGTON, SALOP.
A Well-situated and Compact FREEHOLD Small DAIRY FARM, briefly affording excellent 6-roomed House, good Buildings, and about—
40 Acres
of PASTURE, MEADOW and ARABLE LAND.
Offered with Immediate Possession, and which
BARBER & SON
Are Instructed to submit to Public Auction, at the Red Lion Hotel [sic], Waters Upton,
ON TUESDAY, 23rd MARCH, 1937.
Full Particulars from the Auctioneers, Wellington, Salop, (Tel. 27 and 444).
[…]
HAREBUTTS FARM, WATERS UPTON
(5½ miles from Wellington, and 5 from Newport).
SALE of LIVE and DEAD FARMING STOCK, comprising:—
11 CATTLE.
2 HORSES.
IMPLEMENTS, GEARS, etc., which—
BARBER & SON
Are instructed by the Trustee under a Deed of Assignment re. Mr. E. C. Heal, to Sell by Auction, on
SATURDAY, MARCH 27th, 1937.
Sale at One o’clock prompt.
Catalogues from the Auctioneers, Wellington, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 13 Mar 1937, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
SALES BY AUCTION
PROPERTY, STOCK, etc.
Messrs. Barber and son, Wellington, conducted a property sale at Waters Upton on Tuesday, when the Harebutts Farm, Waters Upton, comprising house and buildings and about 40 acres of grass and arable land, was disposed of. Bidding commenced at £1,000, and quickly rose to £1,800, at which sum the property was declared sold. […]
Wellington Journal, 27 Mar 1937, page 7. Added Mar 2025.
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WATERS UPTON
Five miles from Wellington, Shropshire.
PERRY & PHILLIPS LTD., will Sell by Auction ON THE PREMISES on TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY, 28th and 29th May, 1940, by order of the Exors. the late A. Lea Juckes, Esq., a quantity of Valuable
17th & 18th CENTURY FURNITURE,
including Jacobean oak Chests and Tables, Welsh Dressers, carved oak Tridarne and Court Cupboards, Queen Anne walnut Escritoire, Spanish walnut Serving Table, collection of Oil-paintings and Water Colours, Silver and Plate, 20 dozen Vintage Port, 14-h.p. “Wolseley” Saloon Car, also
THE VALUABLE FREEHOLD
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
with LODGE, GARDENS and PASTURE LAND and Three COTTAGES, in all about 13 ACRES.
Solicitors: Messrs. G. H. and C. E. Wace, College Hill, Shrewsbury.
Auctioneers’ Offices: High Street, Bridgnorth.
Birmingham Daily Post, 18 May 1940, page 3. Added Mar 2025.
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Upon instructions from Major E.J. Fisk.
SHROPSHIRE.
(5½ miles from Wellington, 10 and 20 miles Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton respectively, easy reach of Birmingham, Manchester and the Potteries, etc.)
The well-known Freehold and compact
RESIDENTIAL INVESTMENT AND AGRICULTURAL ESTATE—
AREA 135 ACRES
or thereabouts; pleasantly situated, and known as:
WATERS UPTON HALL
LOT 1:—
A Period and medium-sized 17th Century Residence (with fine Oak stairway, panelling and other features.
Timbered Pleasure Grounds, Pool and Gardens, Stabling, Garaging and Small Farming; Fertile Arable and Meadow Lands; River Frontage, Fishing, Sporting; Two Excellent Cottages and Gardens; in all a total extent of 67 Acres or thereabouts and chiefly with the advantage of Vacant Possession on Completion.
LOT 2:—
THE AREA OF RICH
ACCOMMODATION ARABLE LAND
To an extent of about
68 ACRES.
Lying immediately to the North-East of Lot 1, equally suitable for productive general cropping or for Intensive Market Garden Cultivation.
Let or capable of being let at an estimated rental of £153 per annum., and providing scope for a safe remunerative
FREEHOLD AGRICULTURAL INVESTMENT,
or for owner occupation.
BARBER & SON, F.A.I.,
in conjunction with
GRIMLEY & SON, F.A.I.,
Will Submit the above Estate to Public Auction
EARLY APRIL, 1941, at 3.30 p.m. prompt (subject to conditions and unless previously sold), at he Victoria Hotel, Wolverhampton.
Sale particulars and conditions of sale from the Solicitors: R. GWYNNE AND SONS, Wellington (Tel: 227); or from the joint Auctioneers, Wellington and Birmingham respectively.
(Tel. 27 & 444)
Wellington Journal, 22 Mar 1941, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
SHROPSHIRE
(About 5½ miles from Wellington, and about 11 from Shrewsbury, and 1 mile from Crudgington Station)
THE GRANGE FARM,
WATERS UPTON
Near WELLINGTON, SALOP.
AN Excellent FREEHOLD MIXED FARM, lying compactly together in a ring fence, and bounded by good roads, with a very Superior and Well-built FARMHOUSE, containing 3 Sitting-rooms, 6 Bedrooms, Bathroom, W.C., and Usual Offices, electric light.
Ample and Well-built FARM BUILDINGS, and 3 Excellent COTTAGES, together with about—
189A. 0R. 23 P.
of Sound Arable and Pasture Lands.
With Vacant Possession of the whole on Completion of Purchase.
To be Sold by Auction by
HALL, WATERIDGE & OWEN, Ltd.,
At The County Auction Mart, Shrewsbury on
TUESDAY, 16th SEPTEMBER, 1941,
at 3-30 p.m. (subject to Conditions of Sale).
Auction Particulars from the Auctioneers, at Shrewsbury, Wem and Oswestry; or from the Solicitors, Messrs. HAND, MORGAN & Co., 17, Martin St., Stafford.
Wellington Journal, 6 Sep 1941, page 1. Added Mar 2025.
WATERS UPTON GRANGE
(Five-and-a-half miles from Wellington).
BARBER & SON
Are favoured with instructions from Mr. R. H. Moore, following the Disposal of the Property, to Sell by Auction, on
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30th, 1941,
The LIVE and DEAD FARMING STOCK,
comprising:—
46 HOME-BRED DAIRY CATTLE, including 29 Young Cows, chiefly springing, 2 Calving Heifers, 11 1½-year-old Barren Heifers and 4 Calves.
20 SOUTHDOWN SHROPSHIRE CROSS LAMBS.
Brown 2-years-old FILLY.
IMPLEMENTS: Ransome 6h.p. Portable STEAM ENGINE.
1939 “Standard” 8h.p. 2/4-seater SPORTS TOURER CAR (mileage 900).
1932 BEDFORD 2-Ton CHASSIS, fitted Curtis Horse-Box Body for 2 Horses.
1934 Ditto.
Both in excellent condition, low mileage and convertible for cattle transport.
Full particulars in Catalogues, from the Auctioneers.
Sale at 12-30 o’clock.
Auctioneers’ Offices : Wellington, Salop; and Stafford.
Wellington Journal, 18 Oct 1941, page 1. Also 24 Oct 1941, same page. Added Mar 2025.
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SALE by AUCTION of FREEHOLD PROPERTIES.
Lot 1
a BLOCK of THREE Well Built COTTAGES, with Large Gardens —
Nos. 5, 6 & 7, WATERS UPTON
Of Substantial Erection with Usual Family Accommodation, Occupying a Splendid Situation in the Centre of the Village, and with Good Road Frontage
No. 7 s now Vacant and Offered with Possession on Completion
No. 5 & 6 are Tenanted at Low Rentals by Messrs. Ralphs and Cartwright, yielding £26 per annum
Main Electricity
Good Water Supply
Solicitors : Messrs. Lander & Son, Wellington, Salop
[…]
BARBER & SON, F.A.I.
Will Submit to AUCTION
(Subject to Conditions) at the
Charlton Arms Hotel, Wellington,
On THURSDAY NEXT, MARCH 2,
at 3 p.m
Further Particulars from the respective Solicitors or from the Auctioneers’ Offices, Wellington
(Tel. 27 & 444)
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 25 Feb 1944, page 2. Added Mar 2025.
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Upon instructions of Guy L. Horton, Esq., leaving the district.
GRANGE FARM, WATERS UPTON,
Near WELLINGTON
Highly Important Sale by Auction
UPON THE PREMISES of
THE FULL COMPLEMENT OF MODERN FARM IMPLEMENTS
all in new condition, or equal to new.
2 TRACTORS on rubbers
5 TRACTOR TRAILERS
Usual Farming Effects.
2 Valuable WORK HORSES.
STORE CATTLE, PIGS, etc.
The Modern
FURNISHINGS and APPOINTMENTS
Fine Carpets, Expensive Silk, Brocade and other Lined Curtains.
STANDARD 9 SALOON CAR
(in new condition)
Hammerless Sporting Gun, 16-bore.
Salmon Rod and Fishing Tackle.
Detailed Catalogues in preparation.
BARBER & SON, F.A.I.
Following the Sale of the Farm, will Sell by Auction
On FRIDAY, JULY 20th, 1945
Auctioneers’ Offices, Wellington (Tel.: 27 and 444), and at Stafford & Market Drayton.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 22 Jun 1945, page 1.
Note: I have not found any notices announcing that the farm was to be sold, so presumably it was disposed of privately. Added Mar 2025.
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FREEHOLD POSSESSION
SHROPSHIRE
(5 miles Wellington; 10½ miles Shrewsbury)
The Very Attractive and Most productive Residential Holding known as
THE BEECHES
WATERS UPTON
AREA: 12 Acres, 3 Roods, 14 Perches, or thereabouts, and comprising
THE CAPITAL AND COMFORTABLE HOUSE
very pleasantly located, and in very good order. Neat Garden and Two productive Orchards.
THE SPLENDID RANGE OF BUILDINGS
at present affording 6 First-rate Horse or Stock Boxes; ample subsidiary buildings, 2 Bay Steel Framed Dutch Barn; Electric Light and Power; Good Water Supply.
THE LAND
with the exception of about 1 Acre of Arable, is entirely Sound Pasture and Meadow Land bounded by the River Tern. The whole providing a rare opportunity to acquire
A FINE DAIRY HOLDING OR STUD FARM
to be sold with the advantage of
VACANT POSSESSION
upon Completion of the Purchase, and which, Subject to conditions,
BARBER AND SON. F.A.I., will submit to Public Auction, at the CHARLTON ARMS HOTEL, WELLINGTON, on THURSDAY, 18th SEPTEMBER, at 3 p.m.
Full Particulars, Plan and To View from the Auctioneer’s Offices, Wellington (Tel. 27 and 444).
Birmingham Daily Gazette, 6 Sep 1947, page 4.
Upon instructions from the Executors of
W. E. Morgan, Esq., deceased.
SALE BY TENDER
The Well Known & Most Reputable
COUNTRY RETAIL BUTCHERY BUSINESS
Established for over 150 years.
To be sold AS A GOING CONCERN.
Goodwill Fixtures, Refrigerator, Van, etc. Current Registrations about 750, together with, and with Possession of, The Valuable Freehold Premises and Country House
THE CHESTNUTS.
WATERS UPTON, near WELLINGTON
A Genuine, Sound Profitable Concern.
Full Details and Form of Tender on Application, from the Auctioneers:
BARBER AND SON, F.A.I.,
Wellington.
Birmingham Daily Gazette, 13 Sep 1947, page 4. Repeated 20 Sep, same page.
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SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY
By BARBER & SON
Upon instructions from the Exors. of Reginald J. Gwynne, Esq., deceased.
SHROPSHIRE
(Wellington, 5 miles; Newport, 7 miles; Shrewsbury, 12 miles)
The Well – known and Most Desirable Freehold Country Residence,
THE MANOR HOUSE,
WATERS UPTON,
Comprising
A DISTINCTIVE COUNTRY HOME,
BUNGALOW LODGE
GARDENS AND PASTURE LAND
to an Extent of
12 ACRES, 3 ROODS and 19 POLES
(or thereabouts), with
THE MODERN RESIDENCE
of unusual fine character and distinction, beautifully planned, having Main Electric Light and Power, Ample Water, etc. Splendid Outbuildings: Garaging, Stabling, Cowhouse and Subsidiary Buildings (suitable for adaptation for Gardener’s Flat or Service Accommodation); Greenhouse and Vinery; Orchard, Garden and Paddock.
The Adjoining Field of Pasture Land, to an extent of about
8½ ACRES.
The Modernly Equipped and Detached
BUNGALOW LODGE
For Sale Privately, and chiefly with
VACANT POSSESSION
Full particulars from the Auctioneers:
BARBER and SON, F.A.I.,
Wellington (Tel. 27 and 444).
Birmingham Daily Gazette, 5 Aug 1948, page 2.
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British Railways save 2s. 6d. a day
Railway guard H. Matthews, of Much Wenlock, had to motor-cycle 12 miles to work. He got 2s. 6d. a day travelling allowance from British Railways.
To save that 2s. 6d. the Railway Executive yesterday went to Wellington County Court and sought possession of a cottage at Waters Upton, occupied by ex-railwayman Bernard Mundy. Possession granted.
Birmingham Daily Gazette, 29 Jun 1949, page 5.
SHROPSHIRE.
The highly attractive Queen Anne Country Residence
WATERS UPTON HALL, WATERS UPTON
about six miles from Wellington, in delightful country. Lounge Hall, three Reception-rooms, Kitchen with Aga, etc. four Principal Bedrooms, two Bathrooms, Main Electricity, excellent Water and Drainage, Garages for four or five cars and other Outbuildings. Charming matured timbered Grounds giving perfect seclusion to the Residence. In all about one acre. Vacant Possession. September 29, 1949.
CHAMBERLAINE – BROTHERS AND HARRISON will offer for Sale by Auction, subject to conditions and unless previously sold privately, at the GEORGE HOTEL, SHREWSBURY, on TUESDAY, August 23, 1949, at Three p.m.
Particulars from the Solicitors: Messrs. Clarke and Son, 17, Swan Hill, Shrewsbury, Tel. 2707, or the Auctioneers: 42, Castle Street, Shrewsbury. Tel. 2061, 2 lines (and Cheltenham).
Birmingham Daily Gazette, 13 Aug 1949, page 2.
SOLD
Chamberlaine-Brothers & Harrison announce further sales of a large number of Country Properties during the past few months. The following is a very brief selection:—[…]
WATERS UPTON HALL, near Wellington, Shropshire. […]
The Evesham Standard, 2 Sep 1949, page 2.
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CHAMBERLAINE-BROTHERS AND HARRISON
SHROPSHIRE
(in delightful country, 5 miles Wellington, 7 miles Newport, 12 miles Shrewsbury and easy reach of Midlands.)
The Highly Attractive and Superior COUNTRY PROPERTY, THE MANOR HOUSE, WATERS UPTON, Nr. WELLINGTON, with wide views to the South, including matured gabled Residence, approached by semi-circular drive, containing: Vestibule, lounge hall, cloakroom (h. & c.), 4 well proportioned reception rooms with Aga, 6 bedrooms, dressing room, finely appointed bathroom (h. & c.), &c. Main electricity, excellent water supply, modern sanitation, excellent outbuildings, bungalow-entrance lodge. Well laid out gardens and grounds with partly walled kitchen garden, orchard and pasture and arable land, in all 12¾ ACRES. Vacant Possession on Completion.
CHAMBERLAINE BROTHERS & HARRISON will offer for SALE BY AUCTION, Subject to Conditions and unless previously sold Privately, at THE GEORGE HOTEL, SHREWSBURY, on TUESDAY, MARCH 6th, 1951, at 3 p.m.
Particulars from the Solicitor: H Denis Morris, Esq., Star Chambers, Lichfield-st., Wolverhampton. or the Auctioneers, 42, Castle-st., Shrewsbury. Phone 2061—2 lines.
Staffordshire Sentinel, 3 Feb 1951, page 2. Repeated 10, 17 Feb; 3 Mar 1951.
CHAMBERLAINE-BROTHERS AND HARRISON
By Order of Sir Charles Marcus Mander
SHROPSHIRE
The most delightful COUNTRY RESIDENCE of Character, WATERS UPTON HALL, Near WELLINGTON, Queen Anne residence, lounge hall, cloaks, 4 reception rooms, domestic offices with Aga, 5 bed and dressing rooms, 2 bathrooms, store rooms, &c. Main electricity, excellent water, modern drainage, Outbuildings including garage for 4 cars, workshop, &c. Delightful matured grounds and gardens, in all about 1 ACRE. Vacant Possession on Completion.
CHAMBERLAINE – BROTHERS AND HARRISON will offer FOR SALE BY AUCTION, Subject to Conditions and unless previously sold Privately, at THE GEORGE HOTEL, SHREWSBURY, on TUESDAY, MAY 15th, 1951, at 3 p.m.
Particulars from the Auctioneers, 42, Castle-st., Shrewsbury. Phone 2061 (2 lines).
Staffordshire Sentinel, 21 Apr 1951, page 2. Repeated 28 Apr (also in the Birmingham Post), 5 May 1951..
Waters Upton One-Place Study 