Beaumont Parish
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Description
"Ancient parish in Cumberland ward, Cumberland. CP enlarged by absorbing Grinsdale and Kirkandrews-on-Eden CPs 1934.....manor of Beaumont held by Brun family, lords of Bowness, whose female heirs were bought out by Dacres, barons of Burgh, in 14th century; descended with Burgh barony thereafter. Economy: soil rich; mostly arable farming in later 17th century, with fishing and fowling on marsh. Jetties on River Eden at New Sandsfield. Brick and tile works operated 1830s to 1870s....." -
Owner
Cumbria County History Trust -
Source
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Further information
Link: https://www.cumbriacountyhistory.org.uk/township/beaumont
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Added by: Simon Cotterill
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