Views in and near Dawlish, Devon. (3) Cow's Hole, Dawlish (1829)
George Rowe
| Repository | Library | Shelf |
|---|---|---|
| Devon | West Country Studies | Portfolio 8 |
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SC0565
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CD 10 DVD 2
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Shapter, Thomas, M.D. The climate of the south of Devon. London: John Churchill, 1842. pp. 148-9.Dawlish, is a small and pleasantly-situated watering place, about twelve miles from Exeter, chiefly occupying a narrow valley which opens to the sea towards the south-east. It is approached by the steep slopes of the hills that bound it on either side, and possesses an air of cheerful seclusion and quiet, which is very inviting. It is, however, of greater size than its first appearance indicates, [
]The nature of the coast renders the sea-bathing very good and convenient, the sands forming a pleasant footing, and the adjoining cliffs giving adequate protection against the colder winds. The walks and drives in the immediate neighbourhood, especially up the valley, are pleasant and accessible, [
].[Text may be taken from a different source or edition than that listed as the source by Somers Cocks.]
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Lithograph
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77x122mm
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On one sheet with SC0563, SC0564, SC0566
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Dates
1829