Administrative districts. There may at times be some degree of simplification here as boundaries have changed over the centuries. The gazetteer includes a number of places that are no longer in Devon. The serious researcher will need to investigate such changes in more detail.

Maps. References to the sheet numbers of major map series are given. The number for the Geological Survey sheet also refers to the 2nd edition one inch sheet of the Ordnance Survey, current in Devon between about 1885 and 1905. The link to the one inch Donn survey of 1765 was automatically generated from the National Grid Reference. Because of differences in surveying practice this may not always be precise and adjoining sheets may need to be consulted. It has not yet been implemented on all pages.

Illustrations. In some instances links to early topographical engravings are provided.

Economic and demographic information:

The valuation of 1334 is given in some instances. These figures should be treated with caution. Boroughs, ancient demesnes, parishes and tihings are listed separately and it has not always been possible to aggregate the totals, which are given in pounds, shillings and pence. Source: C.L.L'Estrange, Devon taxation returns in 1334, (1993).

The lay subsidy of 1524. In some instances the figure given is for 1525. Totals are given in pounds, shillings and pence. Source: T.L.Stoate, Devon lay subsidy rolls, 1524-7 (1979).

The numbers signing the Protestation Returns in 1641-2 are given where they survive. Most males aged 18 or over signed. A multiplier of perhaps three or four would be required to approximate to the total population. Source: A.J.Howard The Devon Protestation returns, 1641 (1973)

Census statistics are given for selected dates from 1801. These should be treated with caution because of changes in administrative boundaries.

Parish history files are located in most branch libraries in Devon. They have been compiled from sources in the main local studies collections and include such material as extracts from trade directories, Charity Commissioners returns, Domeday Book entries and cutting files. Copies of most of this information were also placed in the local primary and secondary schools. A link to the GENUKI website, which has extensive information on many parishes in Devon has been automatically generated, but may not yet be implemented in all instances.

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