The intriguing list of chesterfield facts that might surprise you continues from N-Z alphabetically listed below.
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9. Violent past.
In 1266 baronial leaders – including Baldwin Wake, the Lord of Chesterfield, and Ferrers, the Earl of Derby – clashed with royalist forces led by Henry of Almain, nephew to Henry III. The royalists used wagons to gain entry to the town. A bloody battle ensued and the royalist forces eventually won. Photo: Dean Atkins.
10. Wilson link.
Former Scotland international goalkeeper and broadcaster, Bob Wilson, was born in Chesterfield. Photo: John Phillips