Terry Townsend
Dorset Smugglers' Pubs
- ISBN 13:
- 9780857100986
- author:
- Terry Townsend
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Halsgrove
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 21.8 x 1.7 x 15.7 cm
- Genre:
- Travel & Holiday, Countries & Regions, United
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The dramatic history of Dorset's coastal path is often overlooked in favour of its stunning natural beauty. However, this route was originally established as a nocturnal patrol route for Customs Riding Officers to prevent smuggling. In the 18th and early 19th centuries, smuggling became a way of life in southern England, with smugglers evading taxes on luxury items to fund foreign wars. The story of Dorset's smuggling past is revealed through the history of its pubs, which served as meeting places, recruitment centres, and secret storage facilities. This book draws on jail records, Customs reports, contemporary newspaper articles, and eyewitness accounts to bring the tale to life. By exploring these historic pubs, readers can gain a unique insight into Dorset's turbulent past and the lives of those who lived during this time.
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