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Maps of Several Parcels of Land proposed to be exchanged, Bradfield, [c. 1750 - 1760]
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Maps of Several Parcels of Land proposed to be exchanged, Bradfield, [c. 1750 - 1760]
Scale 2 chains : 1 inch [40 inches : 1 mile].
Surveyor: [William Fairbank I].
A proposed exchange between the Duke of Norfolk and Mrs Bamforth.
Includes the Sib Crofts and the Storth, and land near Stannington Wood.
Field names and acreages given on the map and acreages of exchanges listed; boundaries and border coloured.
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: arc03002
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Media ID 19192402
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Bradfield Stannington Yorkshire
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This print showcases the intricate "Maps of Several Parcels of Land propos d to be exchanged" in Bradfield, dating back to the mid-18th century. The scale of 2 chains to 1 inch (40 inches to 1 mile) allows for a detailed representation of the area's geography and boundaries. The surveyor behind this remarkable work is none other than William Fairbank I, whose expertise shines through in every meticulously drawn line. This particular map documents a proposed exchange between two prominent figures: the Duke of Norfolk and Mrs Bamforth. It encompasses various notable locations such as the Sib Crofts, the Storth, and land near Stannington Wood. What sets this map apart is its inclusion of field names and acreages for each parcel depicted, providing valuable information about land usage during that era. Additionally, it lists acreages for all exchanges made as part of this proposal. To enhance clarity and distinction, boundaries and borders are thoughtfully colored. Preserved at Sheffield Libraries under reference arc03002 from Sheffield City Archives, this historical gem offers an intriguing glimpse into Yorkshire's past landscape
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