Ruined Farmstead known as Hannah in Simpson Cross
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Ruined Farmstead known as Hannah in Simpson Cross
Image: © Deborah Tilley Taken: 25 Feb 2008
In the copse to the right lies piles of stones - all that remains of 'Hannah' a farmstead occupied for decades in the 19th century by the Meyler family. Hannah is mentioned in works kept in the National Library of Wales and was first made mention of in the 14th century when it was known as Haen Hoc (meaning High Hook) It eventually changed into Hannah over the centuries but disappeared by about 1900.In the distance lies Plumstone Mountain.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.836786
Longitude
-5.066249