Map of River Dun Alterations Print, 1820
Framed Prints From Sheffield City Archives
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Framed Print of Map of alterations and improvements intended to be made in the navigation of the River Dun, 1820
By W. and J. Fairbank.
Show present course of the river (blue) and proposed cuts and diversion (red).
Left to right: Wheatley, Bentley cum Arksey, Copleys Close, West Ratch, wear [weir], Long Sandall, Arnold Goight, Wait House, Kirk Sandall, Thorpe Marsh, ferry, ford, Barnby Dun, gravel pit, Wilsick House, Trumfleet Marsh, ferry, wear [weir], ford Stainforth Cut, South Bramwith.
Also shows section of the proposed diversion of the river at Long Sandall, section of the cuts near the first West Ratch, and also a section of the proposed diversions from Long Sandall to Stainforth Cut at South Bramwith.
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: arc07564. Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England. © Sheffield City Council - All Rights Reserved
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Discover the rich history of Sheffield's River Dun with our Framed Print. This antique map, dating back to 1820, depicts proposed alterations and improvements to the river's navigation as intended by W. and J. Fairbank. The map highlights the present course of the river in blue, with proposed cuts and diversions indicated in red. Key locations along the river, such as Wheatley, Bentley cum Arksey, Copleys Close, West Ratch, and the wear [weir], are clearly marked. Bring a piece of Sheffield's maritime past into your home or office with this informative Framed Print.
Historic visions of progress.
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Photo Prints - Discover the fascinating history of Sheffield's River Dun with our Photographic Print. This image, sourced from Sheffield City Archives, shows a map from 1820 detailing proposed alterations and improvements to the river's navigation. W. and J. Fairbank's map highlights the present course of the river in blue, contrasted against the proposed cuts and diversions in red. Key locations such as Wheatley, Bentley cum Arksey, Copleys Close, West Ratch, and the wear [weir] are clearly marked. Bring a piece of historical Sheffield into your home or office with this intriguing and informative print.
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