Monument record MDO1579 - Cobb Gate, Lyme Regis
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Full Description
Near the key (in Elizabeth's reign), in the road leading to the Cobb, was the Cobb Gate, where was collected a toll on every article brought into the town. <1>
The Cobb Gate stood on the site now occupied by the public convenience (SY 34229209). No trace of it now remains. <2>
<1> Roberts, G, 1823, History of Lyme Regis, p30 (Monograph). SWX1218.
<2> Swatridge, G C, Various, Field Investigators Comments GCS, F1 GCS 11-FEB-55 (Unpublished document). SWX1169.
<2.1> Asst Borough surveyor Lyme Regis (Verbal communication). SWX8475.
<3> National Record of the Historic Environment, 449810 (Digital archive). SDO14739.
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SWX1218 Monograph: Roberts, G. 1823. History of Lyme Regis. p30.
- <2> SWX1169 Unpublished document: Swatridge, G C. Various. Field Investigators Comments GCS. F1 GCS 11-FEB-55.
- <2.1> SWX8475 Verbal communication: Asst Borough surveyor Lyme Regis.
- <3> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 449810.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 34220 92090 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY39SW |
| Civil Parish | Lyme Regis; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 068 045
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 39 SW 13
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 449810
Record last edited
Aug 23 2024 11:38AM
