Plan of Oughtibridge Hall Farm, in the Chapelry of Bradfield the property of the Duke of Norfolk, [1770]

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Plan of Oughtibridge Hall Farm, in the Chapelry of Bradfield the property of the Duke of Norfolk, [1770]

Scale 3 chains : 1 inch [26.6 inches : 1 mile]
Surveyor: [William Fairbank II].
Marked Wharncliff [Wharncliffe] Wood, The Countess of Bute's land, the Duke of Norfolk's land, common, River Don, Slitting Mill weyre [weir], breach [in the river bank], forge weyre [weir], Oughtibridge [bridge], orchard, gardens, Little Hollings Wood, Far Hollings Wood, Prior Wood, footways, Oughtibridge Lane, Stony Bank Spring, Beeley Wood, Wilson Spring, [?Lyster's] Land, Dungworth's land.
Fields numbered, but no list.
Neatly coloured. Small cartouche.
Plan extends from the River Dun (Don) in the south west to Oughtibridge Lane.
Dimensions of original approx. 67 x 32.5 cm
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: arc04453

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the detailed "Plan of Oughtibridge Hall Farm" in the Chapelry of Bradfield, dating back to 1770. The property depicted belongs to none other than the esteemed Duke of Norfolk. The scale used for this plan is 3 chains to 1 inch, which translates to approximately 26.6 inches representing a mile. The surveyor responsible for capturing this intricate map is William Fairbank II. Notable landmarks and features marked on the plan include Wharncliff Wood, which belongs to the Countess of Bute, as well as various sections of land belonging to both the Duke of Norfolk and common areas. The River Don flows through this landscape, with significant points such as Slitting Mill weir and forge weir indicated. Other notable elements featured are Oughtibridge bridge, orchards, gardens, and several woodlands including Little Hollings Wood, Far Hollings Wood, Prior Wood, Beeley Wood among others. Footways and springs like Stony Bank Spring and Wilson Spring are also identified within this comprehensive map. Although fields are numbered on this plan, there is no accompanying list provided. This neatly colored print includes a small cartouche for added aesthetic appeal. Measuring approximately 67 x 32.5 cm in its original form; this valuable piece from Sheffield Libraries' archives offers an intriguing glimpse into historical land ownership and geographical layout in Sheffield's oughtibridge area during that era.

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