The Parishscapes project was a community project that worked to make all tithe maps for the East Devon AONB parishes available for public use. Converting the maps to digital format and making the information available to access online helped raise awareness of these historical maps and show their connections to our landscape, past and present.
OVERVIEW
Tithe maps were originally only available to view by visiting the Devon Records Office in Exeter. Following their conversion to digital format these often enormous maps are now easily viewed online.
The project also created other ways for communities to connect with the heritage of the East Devon AONB landscape:
- Activities with local groups and individuals to gather oral history of personal insights into change of landscape and landscape features across the area.
- Workshops with schools and communities to develop study materials, resources and new skills to improve our understanding of landscape change and its relationship with wildlife, both past and present.
- Walks, talks, exhibitions, conferences and community archaeology digs to help bring the past to life
Project Outcomes
Tithe Maps
The digital tithe maps created as part of the Parishscapes project can be viewed on the Devon County Council Historic Environment website. Link to the site then use the drop-down menu at the bottom of the page (beneath the SW Heritage Trust logo) to select a parish.
Apportionments
Each plot of land on the map has a number that relates to an apportionment schedule document that provides information such as owner, tenant, land use, etc. Difficult to read, project volunteers transcribed the documents. Original and transcription documents can also be viewed on the Historic Environment website.
Parishscape Project Reports
Read the Parishscape project reports to find out more about the Parishscapes project, its findings and final outcomes.
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