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My name is Dave Dempsey and, along with my family, I have lived in the village for nearly fifty years. Over this time I have heard many of the older residents talk about the village, its people and its history. Now I realise that I am one of those older residents and should gather all this information together and share it for posterity. I do not claim it to be a comprehensive study. I think that I have taken what should be seen as a lucky-dip approach.
I have tried to be as accurate as possible, but no doubt there will be facts or events that I have overlooked. To add to or correct any of these I would be grateful for any feedback. Should you wish to share any photos, anecdotes or family information, please contact me.
"I should like to thank Raymond Ross, for allowing me to tap in to his local knowledge and for his patience in supplying me with an invaluable amount of information.
I am also indebted to Walter Benson for allowing me to use information from his book, 'The History of Markington'.
My thanks also for all the help and support I have received from friends and fellow villagers. This website would have been all the poorer were it not for your valued contributions".
Dave Dempsey