The farming village of Field Broughton sits by the river Eea. The name Field Broughton comes from broughton which means enclosure for animals on the hill. The original name for the village is Brochon which dates form 1276.
The village pinfold is 200 years old. A pinfold is a place were stray animals were kept until claimed and released on payment of a fine.
Pinfolds are becoming rare because of there lack of use, but the 2 pinfolds at Field Broughton have been restored and a new seat installed for marking the millennium. This makes for an excellent shelter and a nice place to sit and have a rest whilst out walking or riding in this very charming area.
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