About Tarleton

Tarleton Facts

11th Century
History
The origin of the name
old norse

Tarleton is derived from the Old Norse Tharaldr, a personal name and the Old English tun, a farmstead or enclosure.

1246
History
13th Century Township
village scene

The township was recorded as Tharilton in 1246 and subsequently Tarleton.

May, 2019
Geography
Agricultural Heritage
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High quality farming has existed around Tarleton for generations due to its fertile peaty soil

1886
History
Holy Trinity Church Built
church

The Church was built at the centre of Tarleton Village in 1886, and the Church Steeple was added in 1914 History

May, 2016
Historical fact
Old Buildings of Tarleton
kiddiroo geograph

Tarleton Village contains no fewer than 18 listed buildings.