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Moreton, Cheshire

Moreton is a town in Cheshire, on the Wirral peninsula. The name was first recorded in 1278, as Meretun. Moreton remained a village until the 20th century during which it expanded significantly. The town is within the council area of Wirral.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Cheshire
Lat, Long: 53.401263,-3.111617
Grid Reference: SJ 2618 8995
Council Area: Wirral CA
Strategic Authority Area: Liverpool City Region SA
Police Area: Merseyside PA

GBPN ID: 31137
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Moreton,_Cheshire_31137

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