The town of Barnstead, in Belknap County, New Hampshire, was settled in 1767, and incorporated that same year. Its early economy was basically agricultural, as the soil was easy to cultivate, and the terrain was good for grazing sheep. The Suncook River and its tributaries provided water power for mills, which included a woolen factory, seven sawmills, four shingle mills, four clapboard mills, a grooving machine, a turning machine, and two tanneries. Lumber was also exported to neighboring towns. The villages of Center Barnstead, Barnstead Parade, and South Barnstead are within the geographical confines of the town.
 
 
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Located on Maple Street in Center Barnstead, the PK-8th grade public school is featured, including school hours, a calendar of events, bus route, and an overview of its special education programs, student resources, athletics programs, and staff listings.
http://www.barnstead.k12.nh.us/
Staffed by volunteer and volunteer personnel, Barnstead Fire-Rescue offers fire, medical, rescue, and hazardous materials response for the town of Barnstead, New Hampshire. An overview of the company, its services, call volume, trends, and statistics are featured.
http://www.bfr06.com/
An overview of the Belknap County town is featured on its official municipal site, including contacts within its administrative and departmental offices, boards, commissions, and committees, as well as public notices, schedules, and other resources.
http://www.barnstead.org/
Congregational Church of North Barnstead
Situated in the village of North Barnstead, New Hampshire, the church’s location, service and program schedules, church calendar, and an overview of its outreach programs are put forward. Notices are published to the site.
http://ccnorthbarnstead.com/
Housed in an 1850s barn which was renovated in 2001, the Barnstead, New Hampshire farm specializes in apple cider, but also sells corn, pumpkins, maple syrup, and several other products at its Farm Market. Directions, hours, and featured products are published to the site.
http://www.duanefamilyfarm.com/
Family owned and operated, the septic contractor is based in Center Barnstead, New Hampshire, serving residential and business clients. Its services and service areas are defined, including the rental of portable toilets. Tips on maintaining a healthy septic system are also featured.
http://www.gosseseptic.com/
Located in the private Locke Lake Colony, in Barnstead, New Hampshire, the three-bedroom vacation rental is highlighted, including an overview of the house, its floor plans, photographs and amenities, as well as rates, its rental agreement, and contacts.
http://www.lockelakegetaway.com/
Maintained by the Suncook Lake Association, the site offers a profile of Upper and Lower Suncook Lakes, which comprise 578 acres. Also featured are Balknap Lakes, Sunset Lake, Hills Pond, Crystal Lakes, Halfmoon Lakes, and restaurants and attractions within the region.
http://www.suncooklakes.com/
Housed in a former cape farmhouse, built in 1764, and opened as a restaurant in 1976, the Center Barnstead, New Hampshire dining facility is highlighted, including its location, directions, hours, sample menus, and wine specialty stores.
http://www.crystalquail.com/
The USDA inspected slaughter and processing facility is located on Barnstead, New Hampshire. Featured are cut sheets, photographs, directions, contacts, and an overview of the business.
http://newenglandbutcher.com/