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Merrivale Granite

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Quarries

General Comments:

Merrivale Quarry was originally 'Tor Quarry' in the mid 19th century and was supplying stone for projects such as the foundations of the Houses of Parliament as far back as 1840 (Watson 1911: 18).

Known Quarries: Merrivale Quarry, Tavistock.