A Medieval Quarry Puzzle: Liphill, Frank Booker, ‘Tamar’ Vol.2, 1979-80 The late Frank Booker suggested that the very old quarry on the west side of Liphill Creek produced ‘blue’ roofing slates in medieval times, and exported them by sea as far as South East England. The quarry has largely been filled in and is not accessible, although traces of it can be seen alongside the road from Bere Ferrers to Weir Quay. It is hard to imagine that the salt marshes and woodland of Liphill may have been a medieval port.
Weir Quay and Holes Hole, Robin Gallup, ‘Tamar’ Vol. 13, 1991 An overview of the history of Weir Quay and Holes Hole, which have been very important in the local economy, especially during the 19th century. Besides quays on the Tamar’s banks, there were two important lead and tin smelters as well as limekilns and mine workings. Includes maps and diagrams.