Borough of Ashburton Devon, to Tanners and Others: To be let by private contract, with immediate possession, for such term as may be agreed on, all that capital “Tan Yard” with or without the dwelling-house, drying lofts, bark barn, sheds and premises called “Old Mills” situate at Old Mill, in the town of Ashburton, late in the occupation of Mr. Evans. The tan yard contains 1 water pit, 5 lime and 83 tan pits under cover; drying lofts, in which 300 hides may be dried, improved bark mill and lifting pumps, driven by a never-failing stream of water, extensive bark barn, capable of holding 200 tons of bark, with every other conveniences for carrying on a large business. Ashburton is situated in the centre of an excellent bark country. The House consists of 2 kitchens, 2 parlours, and 8 bedrooms, washhouse, dairy, cellar and all convenient out houses. It fronts into a walled garden, well stocked with choice fruit trees, and attached to the premises are stables for 4 horses, cow houses and other offices. The whole of the premises are substantially built and in excellent repair. For viewing apply on the premises, and all further particulars may be obtained of Mr. John Pinsent, Ware Barton, Kingsteignton.
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GRO0508 Hennock: John Pinsent: 1799 – 1858