Aston

Aston is an inner city area of Birmingham.

Aston
Aston is located in Earth
Aston
Aston
Location within
Population22,636 
Metropolitan borough
  • City of Birmingham
Region
CountryEngland
Sovereign stateUnited Kingdom
AmbulanceWest Midlands

History

Aston was first mentioned in the Domesday Book in 1086.[1] It was originally governed by its own council until it part of Birmingham in 1911.[2]

Old buildings such as the Barton Arms and Aston Hippodrome became well known.

References
  1. Council, Birmingham City. "Aston local history". www.birmingham.gov.uk. Retrieved 2023-05-09.
  2. Council, Birmingham City. "Aston local history". www.birmingham.gov.uk. Retrieved 2023-05-09.
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