Resulting from the Inclosure Act, all common lands and waste lands were subjected to a survey, describing the position and acreage. Some lands were retained as commons for the use of the Parish, others were sold “in fee” (i.e. freehold) by auction.

Maps and schedules exist for Chardstock, showing these lands and to whom they passed - a transcription is now in progress, and will be posted on this page of the site.