The site was excavated by Jeffcott circa 1896.  Although the remains of about 24 huts were identified nothing remarkable was then discovered. 'There is said to be an artificially-built causeway connecting the two parts of Burro Moar, at any rate, there would appear to be the remains of an earthwork fortification'. There also appears to be an avenue running East-West made from two rows of upright stones, some of which seem to be out of position and others have been taken away to build adjoining hedges. Inside this presumed avenue there do not appear to be any remains of dwellings . Situated on a hill sloping to the southeast this heather covered settlement consists of eight raised mounds of the Block Eary type which are classified as probably Dark Age. Also in the area are some eight features of approximate 7.0 metres diameter with outer rims varying from three quarters to one quarter of the circumference of a circle with the rim average 0.4 metres high and 2.0 metres wide. Within are slit trenches of the 1914-18 type. Some are very similar to hut circles but their true origin, i.e. outer ramparts of modern weapon pits, can be detected by careful examination, particularly from the rocks above. In any case their scooped out interiors are out of character with the main settlement feature - i.e. the raised mound. The raised mounds are built up from 0.5 to 1.0 metres to form flat tops. Overall diameters vary from 7.0 to 10.0 metres. At least one is rather vague but with slight traces of an inner rim. Another is an elongated mound orientated east to west with overall measurements of 15.0 by 8.0 metres and built up to a height of 1.0 metres. The length of the flat top is 10.0 metres from it the vague remains a stone wall consisting of 6 stones extends to the northeast. The largest stone is 0.8 metres high by 0.7 by 0.3 metres.

A group of shieling mounds of probable Block Eary type. J.M. Jeffcott excavated here in 1894.

Medieval burial ground. The Manx Archaeological Survey (1968) notes that the repeated discovery of lintel graves through ploughing, cattle poaching and the erosion of the soft cliffline behind the modern houses, indicates the presence of a medieval burial ground. The existence of a burial-ground on the gravel platform bordering the coast was known to the older inhabitants long before any published account of it. Roeder (1897) records local knowledge amongst older inhabitants of the presence of burials; a lintel-grave was uncovered by ploughing in 1918; and another burial was found in 1926, this time marked by quartzite boulders rather than the more usual protective slabs. The Survey noted that, due to active erosion of sand from the scarp, several lintel graves were exposed from 1961 onwards, and subsequently in 1963 surveyed the three graves visible at the time. The Survey later commented that many more graves appeared to have been lost without record when the modern houses were built, and that erosion of the sand was liable to expose more. At present (2016) the slope has stabilised and revegetated.

Medieval chapel. The Manx Archaeological Survey (1968) notes that the site lies within the landholding of Kyrke Sansan, and that the old name for the neighbouring shore, Ennaug, may indicate the former existence of a fair or assembly place. On the strength of this, and the traditional regard in which the area has been held, the Survey suggests that a chapel may have existed on the site.

Medieval chapel and burial ground. The Manx Archaeological Survey (1968) notes that the site lies within the landholding of Kyrke Sansan, and that the old name for the neighbouring shore, Ennaug, may indicate the former existence of a fair or assembly place. On the strength of this, and the traditional regard in which the area has been held, the Survey suggests that a chapel may have existed on the site. More certainly, the repeated discovery of lintel graves through ploughing, cattle poaching and the erosion of the soft cliffline behind the modern houses, indicates the presence of a medieval burial ground. The existence of a burial-ground on the gravel platform bordering the coast was known to the older inhabitants long before any published account of it. Roeder (1897) records local knowledge amongst older inhabitants of the presence of burials; a lintel-grave was uncovered by ploughing in 1918; and another burial was found in 1926, this time marked by quartzite boulders rather than the more usual protective slabs. The Survey noted that, due to active erosion of sand from the scarp, several lintel graves were exposed from 1961 onwards, and subsequently in 1963 surveyed the three graves visible at the time. The Survey later commented that many more graves appeared to have been lost without record when the modern houses were built, and that erosion of the sand was liable to expose more. At present (2016) the slope has stabilised and revegetated.

Horsewalk. Following use as a smelthouse and metalworking shop, the building was converted to agricultural uses in the early 19th century, and was later used as a threshing barn after a horsewalk was installed. The remains of the raised platform on which the horse walked, driving a mill within the building, can still be seen.

18th century smelthouse. These are the remains of a smelt-house built at Derbyhaven by John Murrey in 1711 as a warehouse and smelting-hearth in connection with the lead-mining industry, although it seems mainly to have served as a metalworking shop. Conversion to agricultural uses in the early 19th century involved complete reroofing, the blocking of some original openings and construction of new ones. It is certainly one of the few major early 18th century buildings erected specifically for an industrial purpose in the Island and was possibly one of the oldest surviving examples of its kind in Britain.

18th century smelthouse. The structure represents the remains of a smelt-house built at Derbyhaven by John Murrey in 1711 as a warehouse and smelting-hearth in connection with the lead-mining industry, although it seems mainly to have served as a metalworking shop. Later alterations obscured some of its earlier features and the only the south wall now survives. It is certainly one of the few major early 18th century buildings erected specifically for an industrial purpose in the Island and was possibly one of the oldest surviving examples of its kind in Britain.

Modern smelting mill. The Ordnance Survey First Edition 1:2500 map of 1868 shows the placename 'The Smelt' at the recorded grid reference. The placename is thought to refer to the presence of a smelthouse, once operated under licence from the Lord of Man.

A single-storey structure containing two rooms, one of which is used as a blacksmith's workshop and forge.  Originally this was a thatched dwelling, which later had an extension added to its south gable. The north gable has been rebuilt, truncating the original cottage by around 2.5 metres, and destroying evidence for the hearth. Nevertheless, photographic evidence shows a chimney stack on this gable whilst the structure was roofed with thatch.  The extension was served by a separate doorway (now blocked) adjacent to the original south gable of the cottage.   Once the cottage became roofless, and after the northerly gable was rebuilt, a wooden structure with a felted roof was built within the space, its front wall parallel to, but set back from, the front of the cottage.  The line of this wall is apparent in the paving slabs which cover the floor.  The wooden structure appears to have served for a time as a tea-room, but was derelict by 1958.  The extension to the south, meanwhile, was maintained with a corrugated iron roof until this time, when ownership was transferred to the Manx Museum and National Trust.   In 1959 the building was consolidated, and re-roofed throughout.  By the addition of a flue within the southerly extension, this part of the building was converted into a forge and smithy in order to demonstrate tradition craftsmanship.

Single storey structure containing two rooms, one of which is used as a blacksmith's workshop and forge. Originally constructed before 1868 (present on Ordnance Survey 1:2500 1st edition map of that date). Originally a thatched dwelling, to the south gable of which an extension was added. The north gable has been rebuilt, truncating the original cottage by around 2.5m, and destroying evidence for the hearth. Nevertheless, photographic evidence shows a chimney stack on this gable whilst the structure was roofed with thatch. The extension was served by a separate doorway (now blocked) adjacent to the original south gable of the cottage. Once the cottage became roofless, and after the northerly gable was rebuilt, a wooden structure with a felted roof was built within the space, its front wall parallel to, but set back from, the front of the cottage. The line of this wall is apparent in the paving slabs which cover the floor. The wooden structure appears to have served for a time as a tea-room, but was in ruins by 1958. The extension to the south, meanwhile, was maintained with a corrugated iron roof until this time, when ownership was transferred to the Manx Museum and National Trust. In 1959 the building was consolidated, and re-roofed throughout. By the addition of a flue within the southerly extension, this part of the building was converted into a forge and smithy in order to demonstrate tradition craftsmanship.

The findspot of a Bronze Age urn which was dug up in the garden of 'The Spinney', Baldrine Hill.

Neolithic inscribed stone. This earthfast boulder is located in a roadside hedge bank. The stone is about 1.4m across and 0.9m high. The engraving consists of three, perhaps four, small spirals carved into the face of the boulder towards the lower left corner. If indeed an example of megalithic art, it is the only known occurrence on the Island. A connection with King Orry's Grave, or the now much reduced cairn cemetery at nearby Ballachrink, cannot be ruled out.

This is the site of a possible gun battery, thought to have been established at a place recorded as "the Sprague" in 1713.  The name is now unknown but it is thought likely to correspond with the Burroo, which is shown as Spaig Burrow on Wilson's map of 1771. The structure known as "Bushell's Grave" on a rocky islet off the tip of the peninsula (SC 16006451) may have constituted the store and mounting for this gun.

Sometime in the 1750s, an anonymous author wrote a document addressed to the Prime Minister describing the smuggling trade in extraordinary detail. He named the routes, the methods, the prices. He proposed four solutions — all punitive, none involving consultation. Buried in the document is a passage that changes everything: in 1743, the House of Keys secretly drafted a remonstrance against the tobacco trade. The Governor suppressed it. The Manx people opposed the smuggling — and were silenced. Key passages provided (modernised spelling). Analysis questions: Who wrote it? How do we know they were telling the truth? The author knows the Manx people oppose the trade. His solutions are still punitive. Why?

Lords of Mann from 1405 to 1736 — over three centuries of custodianship. Sir John Stanley received the grant from Henry IV in 1405; it was made inheritable the following year. Thomas Stanley crowned Henry VII at Bosworth in 1485 and was created Earl of Derby. The 2nd Earl changed the title from King of Mann to Lord of Mann — a gesture of submission to the Tudor dynasty, made in England for English reasons without consulting the Island. The 7th Earl, James — Yn Stanlagh Mooar, the Great Stanley — held the Island for the King during the Civil War, imprisoned Edward Christian for eighteen years, converted the ancient straw tenure to leaseholds, and was executed at Bolton in 1651. His widow Charlotte de la Trémouille held the castles; his son the 8th Earl ordered the execution of Illiam Dhone. The Stanley line ended with the 10th Earl in 1736, when the lordship passed through the female line to the Murray family. Robertson's verdict: 'Being Subjects of England, they generally resided in that country; and so long as their Lieutenants remitted the revenues of the kingdom, they supinely acquiesced in their administration.' Not tyrants. But neither were they the stewards that a small nation had a right to expect.

Three and a half centuries of Stanley rule. Sir John Stanley received the Island in 1405; the 1406 re-grant made it inheritable. The 1408 Tynwald confirmed Stanley legitimacy. The 1417 codification preserved Manx law. The Stanleys governed through deputies while they pursued English politics — the Bosworth gamble, Tudor connections, the earldom. The Great Stanley, James the 7th Earl, was the last lord to live among the Manx people. Edward Christian served as Lieutenant-Governor. Then the Civil War reached the Island, and Illiam Dhone faced the choice that would define him.

Extract from Draper's 'The House of Stanley' (1864) providing a comprehensive genealogical account of the Alderley branch of the Stanley family from Sir John Stanley (14th century) through the second Lord Stanley of Alderley (19th century). Includes details of marriages, offices held, and notable descendants. Directly relevant to understanding the Stanley family's holdings and political prominence during the 1765 Revestment period.

A genealogical and biographical history of the Cross-Hall branch of the Stanley family, a collateral line of the Earls of Derby. The work traces the Stanley lineage from the 17th century and includes detailed biographical information on family members, including Colonel Thomas Stanley (1749–1818), knight of the shire for Lancashire (1780–1812), who notably sat as chairman of a committee of enquiry in 1805 into the Duke of Atholl's claims for further remuneration as former proprietor of the Isle of Man. This parliamentary reference is directly relevant to the Revestment project.

A comprehensive compilation of Manx statutes and ordinances in force as of 1792, alphabetically arranged by Thomas Stowell, Advocate. Includes the foundational 1704 Act of Settlement establishing customary tenures, fines, rents, and land law, alongside ordinances covering civil procedure, probate, game preservation, wrecks, and other governance matters. Directly relevant to understanding the constitutional and legal framework of the Isle before the 1765 Revestment.

Thomas Grindle's comprehensive historical narrative examining the 1765 Revestment of the Isle of Man to the British Crown. Grindle argues that the Revestment resulted from deliberate English imperial policy rather than smuggling alone, tracing the commercial negotiations of 1710–1714, the suspension of anti-smuggling measures, and the subsequent fifty-year period of uncontrolled trade that provided the pretext for sovereignty acquisition. The work emphasizes the Manx Government's good-faith efforts to comply with English customs demands and the English Government's rejection of reciprocal free-trade agreements.