Lease

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Sir William Robinson and Metcalfe Robinson, to John Armistead of York, baker, 2 closes called Gallows Closes in the possession of the said John Armistead, situated on the W. side of the lane near the forest gate leading to the Forest of Guatrey. Term. 21 years. Rent. £11. The lessee was to maintain the hedges, ditches and fences, not to fell any trees without permission, and to convert the land to meadow or pasture 3 years before the end of the lease or pay £5 p.a. for every acre under tillage. Paper. Sealed but not signed.

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