Rather interesting Acton Burnell facts
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Did you know that the first true English Parliament – involving commoners as well as King and Barons – took place not in London but in Acton Burnell in Shropshire? This hugely significant event happened during a visit to the area by Edward I in 1283 or 1285. The ruins of the barn in which the parties met can still be seen there.
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