Borough of Ashburton, Devon: To Tanners and Others: To be Let by Private Contract, for such term as may be agreed on, all the capital Tan Yard, with or with the dwelling house, drying lofts, bark, barn, sheds and premises called Old Mill, situated at Old Mill, in the town of Ashburton, lately in the occupation of Mr. Evans. The Tan yard contains 1 water pit, 5 lime and 83 tan pits, under cover; drying lofts, n 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 convenience for carrying on a large business. Ashburton is situated in the centre of 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 rebuilt and in excellent repair. Contiguous to the above premises are five cottages and a garden, which are to be let with the same. For viewing, apply to Mr. Evans, on the premises, and all further particular may be obtained from Mr. John Pinsent, Ware Barton, Kingsteignton. The taker may have the use of the barn immediately for taking in bark. Newton Abbot: May 12th, 1853.
[See also Trewman’s Exeter Flying Post or Plymouth and Cornish Advertiser: Thursday April 20th, 1854: issue 4595: Classified Ads]
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GRO0508 Hennock: John Pinsent: 1799 – 1858