MDE21768 - Disproved late prehistoric hut circle or ring cairn west of Moorland Cottage (Non-antiquity)

Summary

Low curving banks thought to be a large hut circle or an eroded ring cairn were later found to be natural in origin during excavation.

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Type and Period (3)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

Low curving banks suggesting a partial circular or subcircular feature c.20 metres in diametre which may be a large hut circle similar to those further east or an eroded ring cairn. [1] The 15 metre diameter feature was shown to be a natural undulation in the subsoil when the area was topsoil stripped during pipeline laying. [2]

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1>XY Report: Nicholas Pearson Associates. 2000. Lynton Water Supply: Environmental report. 65. [Mapped feature: #33959 ]
  • <2> Report: Whitton, C.J.M.. 2000. Archaeological Recording on the South West Water Lynton Water Supply Pipeline. 3.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Devon SMR Monument ID: 64583
  • Devon SMR: SS64NE/150
  • Local List Status (Unassessed)

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 6775 4671 (point)
Map sheet SS64NE
Civil Parish MARTINHOE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Oct 14 2020 12:44PM

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