to parliament, who were chosen by the holders of ancient burgages; and as there were few houses, the elections of members were held under a large tree. Near it are four lead mines, which occasionally yield a small quantity of silver. Pop. of parish in 1851, 3401.a market-town of Dorset, 112 miles from London. Near it is a hill which was formerly a Roman encampment, where a great fair is annually held on 18th September and five following days. The church is a handsome edifice. Pop. in 1851, 1242.