was taken prisoner by Lieutenant Hunt of Astley about Michaelmas, 1643 and forced to pay £1.13.4 for his release. The constable of the parish claimed 12s 9d for provender. John Mason senior wanted compensation for his gelding, worth £2.10 taken by Lieutenant Hunt to Astley and William King for a mare worth £2.13.4. (Exchequer accounts, SP 28/161) References External links Witherley on leicestershirevillages.com atherstoneforum Witherley and Atherstone online forums Atherstone Organised Includes nearby Witherley. News, property, jobs, photos. Villages in Leicestershire Civil parishes in Leicestershire Hinckley and Bosworth