Combe Martin Famous People

Combe Martin Famous People
…Fellow at New College, Oxford, in 1536. He was primarily known for his role in defending Catholic doctrine against Protestant reformers. Sir Richard Pollard MP (1505-1542 Wa…

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…production and exports of vast quantities of fruits and vegetables, including the finest strawberries. Combe Martin's Notable Personalities> Sir Richard Pollard (1505-1542)…

Introduction to Combe Martin

Introduction to Combe Martin
…Richard Pollard, MP for Taunton and, later, for Devon. There is insufficient evidence from deposits or records to prove that gold was mined at Combe Martin. Sir Richar…

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, including the controversial Bishop John Jewel (Anglican, 1522-1571) and Sir Richard Pollard (c.1505-1542). An unpopular figure, Pollard was granted the manor o…

Early Silver Mining in Combe Martin

Early Silver Mining in Combe Martin
…borough of Combe Martin in 1537 to Sir Richard Pollard, MP for Taunton and, later, for Devon. There is insufficient evidence from deposits or records to prove that gold was…

Churches

Churches
, Alfred, Joel son of Osmund steward of the bishop of Salisbury, Hubert steward of Baldwin de Redvers, Robert the Dane, Richard de Holoueya, Richard son of Ralph, and Philip…

Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE

Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE
…point in the Saxon resistance (Abels, Richard, 1998). Chippenham's strategic location in the heart of Wessex afforded the Vikings a strong foothold, undermining Saxon control and boostin…