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Belmont, Sidmouth, Barnes, Joseph Scott, William Hine-Haycock, and 2 others

Sidmouth, Devon, England, United Kingdom

Belmont. Near this gateway stood a small fort with armoury and flag staff, dating from the mid 17th.C., but demolished after the Battle of Waterloo 1815. Gateway belonged to "Belmont" a crenellated Regency House with large walled garden. Built 1817 by Maj. Barnes. Sold 1818 to Sir Joseph Scott BT.,

1752-1828, who on retirement from politics became active in development of Regency Sidmouth. 1869 acquired by William Hine-Haycock. A member of M.C.C. he did much to promote development of the cricket

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