Silver Mining in Devon and Cornwall

Silver Mining in Devon and Cornwall
Go Back Mining in Devon and Cornwall By Combe Martin History and Heritage Project 2023-2024 Originally posted in November 2023 | Last modified on November 29, 2024 | The Romans Mined for…

Silver Mining to Strawberries

Silver Mining to Strawberries
Go Back Combe Martin from Silver Mining to Strawberries How Combe Martin Silver Mining Segued To Working Strawberry Fields Paraphrased from an article about Combe Martin agr…

Early Silver Mining in Combe Martin

Early Silver Mining in Combe Martin
Silver Mining in Combe Martin, North Devon - A History of the Combe Martin Silver Mines Rating: 5 stars 1 star 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars Submit rating 15 votes You have already vot…

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Exploring Combe Martin

Exploring Combe Martin
…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 history, Combe Martin h…

Website Summary

Website Summary
…suggesting its significance in Roman trade. Silver Mining: The village was known for its silver mines from the 1290s through to the late 19th century, contributing economically and soci…

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 villag…

Combe Martin Industrial History

Combe Martin Industrial History
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Combe Martin Ores and Smelting

Combe Martin Ores and Smelting
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Combe Martin Culm - Plant or Coal?

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

Combe Martin Landmarks

Combe Martin Landmarks
…history of silver. Hidden assets include mining tunnels and adits running underneath the village, at the harbour, and on the sea cliffs. More articles on Combe Martin's monuments and pl…

Home

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…transformation was experienced by many similar maritime communities during the 19th century, as they adapted to the economic and social changes of the era. Alongside its centuries-old mining

The Blackmore Country

The Blackmore Country
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West Challacombe Manor

West Challacombe Manor
…Challacombe Silver mines Part of Combe Martin's silver-lead mining history, there is evidence of a silver-lead mine in the area of West Challacombe. Working in the 1850s, this is known…

Community

Community
…Combe Martin, the historic and scenic village on the North Devon Coast of England, has a rich industrial heritage including mining for silver and iron, quarrying, fishing, farming, and…

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 Co…

Combe Martin Famous People

Combe Martin Famous People
…Earl of Rone | Silver Mining | Combe Martin Museum | John Rowbotham 1944 | Protestant Reformer John Jewel, Bishop of Salisbury  Anglican Church literary campaigner and controversialist…

Combe Martin Village Hall

Combe Martin Village Hall
…of Rone | Silver Mining | Combe Martin Museum | Community Page | Combe Martin's Community Hub for Over a Century  Combe Martin Village Hall is a historic landmark. On December 2, 1909, …

The English Civil War

The English Civil War
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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 cover…

Flying Officer J.N. Rowbotham KIA 1944

Flying Officer J.N. Rowbotham KIA 1944
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Combe Martin in 1831-1845

Combe Martin in 1831-1845
) 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…

Combe Martin Pack o' Cards Inn

Combe Martin Pack o' Cards Inn
. He is mourned by the fool, and heckled by the many spectators.  Secrets of The Pack o' Cards Inn Topographer Frederick J. Snell wrote that mining levels were driven under Combe Martin;…

Introduction to Combe Martin

Introduction to Combe Martin
…and bust' cycles of Combe Martin's silver mining era. Providing more sustainable economic opportunities for centuries, Combe Martin's communal wool and hemp production drove the village…

Combe Martin Events 2024

Combe Martin Events 2024
…Café; John J. Oliver, Chemist; Wyld’s Wool and Fancy Shop. — Source: E2034 1945.   | Home Page | Introduction to Combe Martin |Visit Combe Martin | Local Silver Mining | Village Hall |…

Combe Martin Mills and Milling

Combe Martin Mills and Milling
…not clear. The Consol mines belonged to Combmartin and the reference is the Historic Exmoor Environment Record HER MDE21752. Around GR SS 6260 4645 at Verwill Lane EX34 0PE, are the remains of

Combe Martin Shipbuilding (19th Century)

Combe Martin Shipbuilding (19th Century
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Combe Martin The Earl of Rone

Combe Martin The Earl of Rone
…in 2024 | Our Parish Church | Local Silver Mining | Pack o' Cards Inn | Local Community | Gallery Listen to the Earl of Rone theme music. It's loud, so start with the volume set low➡ Ea…

Lime-burning and Quarrying

Lime-burning and Quarrying
…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 local lime-burning, w…

Churches

Churches
…History and Heritage Project © 2023-2024 Last modified on December 04, 2024 Popular: A Comical Court Case from 1928 | Our 15th Century Rood Screen | Silver Mining | Episcopal Visitation…

Smuggling in North Devon

Smuggling in North Devon
…crews were secretly collecting fresh water.  South West Coast Path Walks: Sherrycombe and Girt Down. John H. Moore: Mining around Hele Bay and Combe Martin, north Devon (johnhmoore.co.u…

Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE

Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE
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