 Nethercott became the manors of Eastcott and Westcott in the same century.Eastcott was bought by the Vilett family in the 18th century (now marked by Eastcott Hill in today's town) and Westcott was purchased by the Goddard family in the 18th century.In 1563, the manor of Swindon (East and West Swindon) was purchased by Thomas Goddard.