Silver Mining to Strawberries

Silver Mining to Strawberries
Centered Button Go Back Combe Martin Horticultural History Summary Show Page Summary Detailed Summary This page "Silver Mining to Strawberries" outlines the historical transition of Combe…

Silver Mining in Devon and Cornwall

Silver Mining in Devon and Cornwall
Go Back Mining in Devon and Cornwall (Overview) By the Combe Martin History Project ©2023-2025 Originally posted in November 2023 Last modified on October 14, 2025 | Article reviewed. Per…

Early Silver Mining in Combe Martin

Early Silver Mining in Combe Martin
Read 0% Silver Mining in Combe Martin, North Devon - A History of the Combe Martin Silver Mines Rating: 4.8771929824561 stars 1 star 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars Submit rating 57 votes…

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…page footer ⬇ The Combe Martin Village History Project (CMVHP) offers a gateway into North Devon History—spanning silver mining, maritime traditions, and community life across centuries.…

Exploring Combe Martin

Exploring Combe Martin
, renowned for its rich history and heritage. This village has evolved from a mining hub to a vibrant community with a focus on agriculture and tourism. Historical Highlights Throughout h…

Combe Martin Ores and Smelting

Combe Martin Ores and Smelting
) Originally published in April 2023 | Last modified on June 29, 2025 Combe Martin's rich industrial heritage is deeply rooted in its unique geology, and in its centuries-long history of mining and smelting

Combe Martin Listed Buildings and Scheduled Monuments

Combe Martin Listed Buildings and Scheduled Monuments
…church has recently been restored. 8. Knap Down Mine Sett Historical remnants of silver lead mining can be found here, including a ruined engine house and chimney. 9. Combe Martin Silver…

Combe Martin Photos

Combe Martin Photos
…of silver mining, shipbuilding, and other industries. The Combe Martin Photo Gallery showcases a collection of modern and historic images that provide a visual exploration of the village…

Combe Martin History Speed reader

Combe Martin History Speed reader
…mining. 🔊 Listen to This Page Stop Introduction Our grassroots project takes historical research out of dusty archives and puts it online in an accessible way. We are working to ensure t…

Combe Martin Industrial History

Combe Martin Industrial History
…Silver, Lead & Iron Mining Combe Martin silver-lead mining is recorded from the late 13th century, and probably happened earlier here. Multiple ores were extracted from loca…

Combe Martin History Glossary

Combe Martin History Glossary
. Adits Horizontal mining tunnels dug into hillsides to reach mineral veins. Many are still visible around Combe Martin from the days of silver and lead mining. Anglican Pari…

Combe Martin FAQ

Combe Martin FAQ
…(CMVHP↗). Explore Combe Martin’s rich heritage and tourism highlights, from medieval silver mining and coastal landmarks to cultural traditions like the annual Earl of Rone festival. You…

Geology of Combe Martin in North Devon

Geology of Combe Martin in North Devon
…this article: [Combe Martin History Homepage] | [Combe Martin Silver Mining] [Combe Martin Industrial History] | [Combe Martin Dry Stone Walls] What makes Combe Martin's geology unique?…

Historical Overview of Combe Martin

Historical Overview of Combe Martin
…Discover a village unlike any other! Combe Martin boasts a mining heritage, a quirky pub designed like a deck of cards, and unique West Country traditions. Explore the fascinating story,…

Combe Martin Culm - Plant or Coal?

Combe Martin Culm - Plant or Coal
…Combe Martin (Mindat.org, 2023). Anthracite Mining in North Devon Bideford Black is a unique, naturally occurring carbon based mineral, or Culm deposit, running alongside seams of high q…

Combe Martin in 1878-1879

Combe Martin in 1878-1879
…history of the historic silver mining village of Combe Martin. © Combemartinvillage.co.uk 2023-2026 All rights reserved. References: Extracts posted from the archived electronic copy. Or…

The Blackmore Country

The Blackmore Country
…| Silver Mining | Combe Martin Museum | Combe Martin in The Blackmore Country (1911) Sourced from Frederick John SNELL (1862-1935) | Author of A Book of Exmoor, and North Devon. Title: T…

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…Devon Combe Martin Silver and silver mining history Explore the rich history and heritage of this idyllic seaside resort in North Devon. The Combe Martin History website was first create…

Website Summary

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…silver mining to its cultural festivals. Our grassroots project takes historical research out of dusty archives and puts it online in an accessible way. Our Ethical Commitment At the Com…

Combe Martin in 1822

Combe Martin in 1822
…thread-making, hemp cultivation, lime burning, and the import/export of goods, as well as the rise and decline of the town’s silver mining industry. Manorial History: There is a detailed…

West Challacombe Manor

West Challacombe Manor
…the 14th–15th centuries; porch and stair turret added in 16th–17th centuries. Silver-lead mining occurred nearby in the 1850s–1870s (West Combe Martin Mine). Introduction West Challacomb…

Combe Martin Landmarks

Combe Martin Landmarks
, and England’s highest sea cliffs. Highlights include the Pack o’ Cards Inn, St Peter ad Vincula Church, Hangman Cliffs, and Watermouth Castle. The village’s long history is tied to mining, literary

Community

Community
…scenic village on the North Devon Coast of England, has a rich industrial heritage including mining for silver and iron, quarrying, fishing, farming, and horticulture. A Popular North De…

Combe Martin Civil War Money

Combe Martin Civil War Money
…England’s wars during the 1200s to the 17th century English Civil War.  Sir Thomas Bushell During the First English Civil War (1642 to 1646), roguish mining engineer and entrepreneur Col…

Combe Martin Famous People

Combe Martin Famous People
Combe Martin's Famous People Go Back Last modified on September 19, 2025 Original Article by Admin. Combe Martin's Ancient to Modern Personalities Popular:  The Earl of Rone | Silver Mining | Combe

Combe Martin History Blogs

Combe Martin History Blogs
…portable. A timeline presents events in clear chronological order, helping users understand how a place like Combe Martin evolved—from mining and market gardening to tourism and festival…

The English Civil War

The English Civil War
Go Back By Combe Martin History and Heritage Project (2023-2024) Modified on June 08, 2024 | Posted on August 07, 2023 Popular: Combe Martin Events 2024 | Church Tours 2024 | Silver Mining | Combe

Combe Martin Dry Stone Walls

Combe Martin Dry Stone Walls
…and livestock management, their use expanded as agriculture overtook mining in the region. Although dry stone walling is found across Britain, Combe Martin’s examples reflect specific lo…

Silver Bullion and War

Silver Bullion and War
…mines were worked by Royalist mining engineer Thomas Bushell, who defended Lundy Island for King Charles I, and struck coins there.  Forces loyal to King Charles I established their own…

Combe Martin Hemp | Medieval Times

Combe Martin Hemp | Medieval Times
…in Combe Martin Reported by BBC Devon Local History in 2008, Combe Martin’s Trevor Dunkerley said “the amazing thing about [this] site is that mining in the 19th century literally covere…

Flying Officer J.N. Rowbotham KIA 1944

Flying Officer J.N. Rowbotham KIA 1944
Popular: Combe Martin Events 2024 | Hunting the Earl of Rone | Silver Mining | Combe Martin Museum | Industrial History | Go Back Combe Martin Flying Officer John Neville Rowbotham Royal…

Combe Martin in 1831-1845

Combe Martin in 1831-1845
(1831) A Topographical Dictionary of England is in the public domain Published print version: Abe Books Extracts are quoted verbatim The Combe Martin Ley Education charity still exists Combe Martin Silver Mining Combe Martin Lime-Burning and Quarrying Combe Martin and Sir Thomas Bushell

Combe Martin Pack o' Cards Inn

Combe Martin Pack o' Cards Inn
…the garden wall, and there was an original “press gang table” for hiding wayward sailors. Mining tunnels run under the village and beneath the Pack o' Cards Inn. 🏡 Materials & Craftsmans…

Combe Martin Mills and Milling

Combe Martin Mills and Milling
…heritage, self-sustenance, mining, smelting, and agricultural practices. We trace the existence of mills back to medieval times and their essential function in daily life. We know from t…

Introduction to Combe Martin

Introduction to Combe Martin
hemp industry spanned the Middle Ages to the nineteenth-century. The local wool trade and hemp industry were particularly significant during the 'boom and bust' cycles of Combe Martin's silver mining

Churches

Churches
Overview ↗ Article Summary Combe Martin’s Grade I-listed parish church dates back over 800 years, with origins possibly in the Saxon era. Historically funded by royal patronage and silver mining tithes

Combe Martin Events and Festivals 2025

Combe Martin Events and Festivals 2025
…Fancy Shop. — Source: E2034 1945. Download the List˃    Introduction to Combe Martin Visit Combe Martin | Local Silver Mining | Village Hall  | Enlarge the following pictures for clarity…

Lime-burning and Quarrying

Lime-burning and Quarrying
…Martin lime-burning were far in excess of fatalities in the mining industry ("OLD COMBMARTIN", 1994, P. 39).  Combe Martin Museum and Information Point has pictures and information on lo…

About this Website and Terms of Use

About this Website and Terms of Use
…that anyone can freely access its content for non-commercial purposes. From Combe Martin's mining and maritime past to cultural traditions and local landmarks, we aim to capture the full…

Smuggling in North Devon

Smuggling in North Devon
.  South West Coast Path Walks: Sherrycombe and Girt Down. John H. Moore: Mining around Hele Bay and Combe Martin, north Devon (johnhmoore.co.uk). A Case (or Cask) at Watermouth in 1785 B…