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Silver Mining in Devon and Cornwall
…J.P. offers a concise overview of the mining history of Devon and Cornwall — the ancient region of Dumnonia — from the Iron Age to the medieval period. Renowned for some of the richest m…
Geology of Combe Martin in North Devon
…Period, include slates with limestone beds that reveal ancient marine ecosystems. Combe Martin Bay, Hele Bay, and Samson's Bay are designated as SSSI sites (Sites of Special Scientific I…
Corelli's Reuben Dale 1896
…almost an air of triumph as he paused on the vestry threshold and rapped his ringers lightly on the thick oak panels of the ancient portal". "That's older than anything in the church I s…
Combe Martin Dry Stone Walls
, especially on uneven ground. Markers: Denote field edges or ancient trackways. Geology: Wide, flat stones from the local geology lend themselves to vertical placement. Visual Impact: Cr…
Introduction to Combe Martin
…thousand years. Its geology, coastal setting, and natural resources underpin every chapter of its history. Origins from Prehistory to Saxon Settlement Archaeological evidence, ancient fi…
Battle of Cynwit Glossary
" ("little city") or "fortress". In historical contexts, it refers to a military fort, stronghold or elevated position used for defence. Often found in ancient and medieval architecture.…
Combe Martin Shipbuilding (19th Century
…Newberry Beach. This is one of several local connections with Celtic Cornwall and its ancient dialect. In the archaic Cornish dialect, a 'hobbler' was a paid odd job labourer, mooring an…
Combe Martin History Glossary
…deposits in North Devon. Devon and Cornwall: Metalliferous Mining and the Romans – Overview of ancient mining practices, Roman silver extraction, and Combe Martin’s industrial legacy. Vi…
Lime-burning and Quarrying
(anthracite dust) from South Wales? How does Kelly’s Directory (1902) help us pinpoint the exact decade this industry began to fade away? 🔹 Geology & Trade The Variscan Orogeny: How did ancient
Churches
, Barnstaple, Ilfracombe and North-West Devon). To discover St Peter ad Vincula Church's ancient and modern secrets, and its original 15th century roodscreen, you can usually visit durin…
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…every Late May Bank Holiday Weekend. In 2026, the festival runs from Friday 22nd May to Monday 25th May. This ancient folk tradition features the Hobby Horse and Grenadiers in a legendar…
Combe Martin Hemp | Medieval Times
Muggleswick were outlying landholdings held by monasteries or priories. Such landed estates were used for food production, and centred on farms with out-buildings. About Retting Retting is the ancient process
West Challacombe Manor
…in his lifelong chorography of Devon (c.1632) that "in this parish of Combmartin, is 'Orchard', the dwelling, in ancient time, of a family so named". "The last of the [Orchard] line left…
Early Silver Mining in Combe Martin
…Destroyed: Following the execution of Charles I and the abolition of the monarchy, Parliament ordered the melting down and destruction of the ancient Crown Jewels in 1649, viewing them a…
Combe Martin Church Rood
…has an interesting history and there are quite a few interesting theories behind it. Some say that it might be a remnant of the ancient practice of public penance and expiation. Penitent…
The Blackmore Country
…ancient silver-lead mines and the notable figures involved in their operations illustrate the economic significance of Combe Martin throughout history. Additionally, the connection betwe…
Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE
…the Saxons at 'Bloody Corner', where he was defeated and slain. Archaeological finds in the area include human remains, coins (now lost), and an ancient iron axe. In 1890, a commemorativ…
Combe Martin The Earl of Rone
…in Folklore and Festivals Donkeys feature in pagan festivals due to their association with nature, cycles, and ancient traditions. They have played a role in various pagan festivals acro…
Combe Martin Industrial History
…leather. From ancient times and especially during the industrial revolution, both tan bark and oak timber were important commodities essential for the economy. The Corn Laws 1815 and 184…
Combe Martin Landmarks
…that "the ancient pillars at Combe-Martin were called the Hanging Stones from Druidical remains of a temple". "The Hanging Stone is the Stonehenge or Balanced-Stone" (Historical Views of…
Combe Martin Pack o' Cards Inn
proportions to a legendary gambling win, the structure serves a deeper historical purpose as a record of late-Stuart socio-legal life. From its days hosting Petty Sessions to its central role in the ancient
Smuggling in North Devon
/iss1/5. The Smugglers: Picturesque Chapters in the Story of an Ancient Craft by Harper | Project Gutenberg. Infamous Freebooters While not from the West Country: infamous freebooters…
Combe Martin Ores and Smelting
. "None had been shipped since 1802" (Lysons, D., 1822). About Silver Smelting Smelting is the ancient art of extraction of metal from its ore by a process involving heating and melting.…
Combe Martin History Blogs
…silver deep underground. So when you walk along the beach or look up at the cliffs, you’re actually seeing the village’s ancient history right in front of you. Exploring the rocks is lik…
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