MEM15501 - Medieval or post-medieval leat in Ashwick Wood (Monument)

Summary

A former leat in Ashwick Wood, possibly reused as a footpath.

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Type and Period (2)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A former leat in Ashwick Wood, described as associated with a path bank, possibly therefore reused as a footpath. The earthwork was identified during field survey of Ashwick Wood, part of a broader survey of eight woodlands on the eastern slopes of the Barle Valley. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1>XY Monograph: Cannell, J.. 2005. The Archaeology of Woodland Exploitation in the Greater Exmoor Area in the Historic Period. Archaeopress BAR British Series. P.77-93; Appendix VII. [Mapped feature: #35369 ]

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Unassessed)
  • National Park: Exmoor National Park

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 8869 2958 (point) (Estimated from sources)
Map sheet SS82NE
Civil Parish DULVERTON, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Mar 16 2020 2:43PM

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