Journal entry – John Grey – 4 Apr 1835

By - gregpfinch4 Apr 1835
Document Type: Journal entry
Date: 4 Apr 1835
Correspondent: John Grey
Archive Source: TNA ADM 80/20
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Saturday 4th



Went with my Son over the Scremerston Estates, examining the Estimates he had got for building the Stone wall by the Sea side, on the Inland Pasture Farm & the two Cottages, & agreed with the Parties whose Proposals were the most eligible.  Also examined the piece of new Road, some draining in the Town Farm & the general cultivation.  Was glad to find that the reduction of Rent has given a fresh stimulus to the exertions of Messrs Thomson & Hogarth, who are burning Lime & working their Land in good style.



Monday 6th



Rode down to Bambroshire and went over all the Farms in that district examining the new fences, drains & all matters that had been done since my last visit under my Son’s inspection.  He had previously had all the work measured & had during its progress, advanced money to the Workmen, to be finally settled with on the rent day. 

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The Dukesfield Smelters and Carriers Project aimed to celebrate and discover the heritage of the Dukesfield Arches & lead carriers' routes between Blaydon and the lead mines of Allendale and Weardale. A two year community project, it was led by the Friends of the North Pennines in partnership with Hexhamshire and Slaley Parish Councils and the active support of Allendale Estates. It was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the generous support of other sponsors. Friends of the North Pennines: Charity No:1137467