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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
Dry Stone Walls] Share this article: What makes Combe Martin's geology unique? Its rock formations, shaped during the Devonian Period, include slates with limestone beds that reveal ancient marine
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…
Battle of Cynwit Glossary
…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. Arx Cynuit…
Introduction to Combe Martin
…centuries. The ancient feudal manor of Combe Martin was sold to tenants and servants at some point in the sixteenth-century. The demesne lands were sold to William Hancock (d. 1587), fat…
Combe Martin Shipbuilding (19th Century
…Vessels There were once remains of 'Hobblers posts' on Combe Martin Newberry Beach. This is one of several local connections with Celtic Cornwall and its ancient dialect. In the archaic…
Combe Martin History Glossary
…North Devon. Devon and Cornwall: Metalliferous Mining and the Romans – Overview of ancient mining practices, Roman silver extraction, and Combe Martin’s industrial legacy. See Silver Min…
Churches
Pictorial and Descriptive Guide to Bideford, Clovelly, Hartland, Barnstaple, Ilfracombe and North-West Devon). To discover St Peter ad Vincula Church's ancient and modern secrets, and i…
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
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, Combe Martin entered the Guinness Book of World Records↗ for holding the longest street party in Britain. Did You Know? Combe Martin’s ancient feudal manor was broken up in the 1500s—wh…
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
…destruction of the ancient Crown Jewels in 1649, viewing them as symbols of monarchical excess (Keay, 2012). The Restoration Collection (1661): Consequently, the vast majority of the reg…
Battle of Arx Cynwit (Countisbury) 878 CE
…slain. 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 mistakenl…
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
…pagan festivals due to their association with nature, cycles, and ancient traditions. They have played a role in various pagan festivals across different cultures. The Legend of the Earl…
Combe Martin Landmarks
…other side and strangled the thief (Exmoor National Park HER MDE1034). Hanging Stones from Druidical Remains Mr Polwhele of Cornwall wrote in 1793 that "the ancient pillars at Combe-Mar…
Combe Martin Industrial History
…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 1846 Corn was sca…
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
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
…mining 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…
Smuggling in North Devon
…the soil, and they his vassals (Harper, C.G., 1909. Ch. X, p. 129). Charles G. Harper (1909): The Smugglers - Picturesque Chapters in the Story of an Ancient Craft. Gutenberg. Hannibal R…
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