1850 Gazetteer of Loddiswell England

Loddiswell is a significant village located on the western slope of the Avon valley, three miles from Kingsbridge, with a population of 1,013 across 3,568 acres. The manor is shared between several local landowners. Notable structures include the ancient St. Michael’s Church, Hazelwood mansion, and Woolston House. The village has historical significance with traces of entrenchment on Blackdown Hill and a copper mine that was briefly operational. The local economy includes yellow ochre production, with community services like schools and a Reading Room established for residents.