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Originally Posted by Bob Dobson
A quick answer - The Banastre family hail from the hall at Barrowford which is now a heritage centre. They ownedland and married with other local families, esp those in Altham area - the Waltons for instance. In time they became Bannisters. Sir Roger Bannister, the runner, is descended from this family.
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Roger Bannister gets a mention on here Bob. I never knew he had roots in Lancs until a pal sent me the link.
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