Walkford is a suburb of

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, in the

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of Highcliffe and Walkford, in the

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, in the

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, England. The suburb historically was in

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History

The name "Walkeforde" is first recorded in the 15th century in connection with Milton parish to the east. The name likely referred to a crossing over the Chewton stream, (now known as the Walkford Brook). A settlement called Walkford is first noted in the late 19th century, and much of the Walkford area was developed in the early-to-mid 20th century.

Politics

Walkford shares a parish council and a

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with

Highcliffe Highcliffe or Highcliffe-on-Sea is a seaside town in the civil parish of Highcliffe and Walkford, in the unitary authorities of England, unitary authority area of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, in the ceremonial county of Dorset in Englan ...

. Walkford is part of the Christchurch parliamentary constituency for elections to the

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. It is currently represented by

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Culture

Walkford was used as a filming location for ''

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''.''One Foot in the Grave'' Series 6 DVD Commentary

References

External links

Highcliffe and Walkford Parish Council Website
Populated places in Dorset Areas of Christchurch, Dorset {{Dorset-geo-stub