
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Lime Kiln Lane. The ancient lane, also known as Watery Lane, is so named from the route to the 18th century lime kiln situated on the present Maer. The lane was also used by smugglers to take contraband from Orcombe to Mutter's cider shop formerly located on the Salterton Road. Mutter was a local smuggler after whom Mutter's Moor was named which was the location of one of his look-out points near Sidmouth. Recorded plaque organisation: Exmouth Society.
Lime Kiln Lane in Exmouth is named after an 18th-century lime kiln and has historical significance as a route used by smugglers, including local smuggler Mutter, for transporting contraband.
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