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Silver Mining in Devon and Cornwall
…mining in Devon and Cornwall. It highlights the significance of these ancient British southwest regions, in the production of silver from the Iron Age through to the medieval period. It…
Combe Martin Famous People
Combe Martin's Famous People Go Back Last modified on February 18, 2025 Original Article by Admin. Combe Martin's Ancient to Modern Personalities Popular: The Earl of Rone | Silver Minin…
Geology of Combe Martin in North Devon
, include slates with limestone beds that reveal ancient marine ecosystems. Combe Martin’s breathtaking seascape and rich heritage are deeply intertwined, offering a unique glimpse into t…
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 History Speed reader
…rich heritage and charm. Nestled within a sheltered valley at the edge of Exmoor National Park, it has evolved from an ancient settlement and feudal manor into a vibrant seaside resort w…
Introduction to Combe Martin
…association with a noble family. The feudal medieval manor system in England gradually declined between the 14th and 17th centuries. The ancient feudal manor of Combe Martin was sold to…
Battle of Cynwit Glossary
") 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. Arx Cynuit (Cyn…
Combe Martin Shipbuilding (19th Century
…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 and un-mooring vessels (a…
Churches
…Peter ad Vincula Church's ancient and modern secrets, and its original 15th century roodscreen, you can usually visit during daytime opening hours usually between 10:00am and 4:00pm. Vi…
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
-1640) wrote 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 [Orchar…
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…village’s oldest building and a landmark steeped in centuries of unique history. View our map of the local area. Atop this ancient Gothic church, visitors can take in the entire stretch…
Early Silver Mining in Combe Martin
…these mines were prone to flooding early on (Malynes, Gerard, The ancient law-merchant, 1686 [1622]). Water in the Combe Martin mines posed a persistent obstacle, impairing the extracti…
Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE
. Archaeological finds in the area include human remains, coins (now lost), and an ancient iron axe. In 1890, a commemorative plaque was installed at the site, although it mistakenly date…
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…
Combe Martin The Earl of Rone
…Museum, where you can also watch a documentary video. Donkeys in Folklore and Festivals Donkeys feature in pagan festivals due to their association with nature, cycles, and ancient tradi…
Combe Martin Industrial History
…was tanned with oak bark, keeping local tanners in business. The crushed bark of Oak or other trees was used to infuse and convert hide into tanned leather. From ancient times and espec…
Combe Martin Landmarks
…Druidical Remains Mr Polwhele of Cornwall wrote in 1793 that "the ancient pillars at Combe-Martin were called the Hanging Stones from Druidical remains of a temple". "The Hanging Stone i…
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.…
Smuggling in North Devon
. Harper (1909): The Smugglers - Picturesque Chapters in the Story of an Ancient Craft. Gutenberg. Hannibal Richards lived on Gwythers Farm at Lee Bay’s secluded rocky cove; some 11 miles…
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