Turpin
Dick Turpin

Dick Turpin (1705-1739), the notorious highwayman, made his mark in the area during his life of crime.

He called it Dick Turpin, in the hope that one day someone would ask him why.

Dick Turpin couldn't have chosen a better spot for an ambush.

He moved across to the display cabinet and picked up Dick Turpin.

Dick Turpin was not associated with the place until the period after enclosure.

He was held up near the rear in the race and came through to win by one length from Dick Turpin.

Dick Turpin has been my lay figure for many an English lane.

It was also the scene of the hanging of Dick Turpin in 1739.

In the 18th century, the farmhouse became known as Dick Turpin's cottage.

It is thought that Dick Turpin rode through the village on his way North.