NEWTON ABBOT
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Origin/meaning :
Newton Abbot has unofficial arms.There are two shields which represent the two parishes which merged to form the town.
The left hand shield is for the Parish of Wolborough. It bears a mitre and
two croziers, showing connections with the Abbey of Tor. The fleece is a pun
on the name Wolborough.
Literature : Image and information provided by Laurence Jones (laurencejones@eircom.net)