My Husband has an ancestor married in 1829 with a Banns date of 1 February 1829 (first week of reading the Banns). From FMP James's Parish was High Ercall and the residence 'Extra-Parochial Place, Haughmond Demesne'. The Groom lived in Ercall Magna and the Bride was Ann CROWDER, and lived in Extra-Parochial Place. I have looked at Wikipedia for this residence and realise what it is about and I presume the location is around Haughmond Abbey. James was baptised at All Saints Church, Wellington and Ann was baptised at Astley Church, Shropshire (if I have the right Ann). Both were buried at All Saints Church, Wellington. It is the first time I have seen this residence and would be interested, and perhaps other members on this site, as to any added interest.
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Hello
The following is taken from 'The Family Historian's Enquire Within' which has loads of useful information.
"EXTRA-PAROCHIAL DISTRICT
This was an area outside the jurisdiction of the parish. Neither poor rate nor church rates were paid, though tithes, in theory, went to the Crown. A resident could choose to worship in the adjoining parish of his choice. In 1894 extra-parochial areas were abolished, and either added to an existing parish or given parish status."
I hope this helps to explain the situation.
Mike