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Thanks for the replies everybody. Damp specialist was not unduly concerned and as I stated said put on the coal fires,central heating and monitor the situation. The damp was noticed initially because of staining to the cork under the laminate adjacent to the walls. Further search of this excellent site may have revealed other sources for the damp eg downpipes that do not go to drains and concrete 'butted' up against the exterior wall to form a path. the investigation is still ongoing!