MEM15560 - Undated charcoal burning platform in Culbone Wood (Monument)
Summary
An earthwork platform in Culbone Wood is probably the remains of a charcoal burning platform. The date of the earthwork is uncertain.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
A charcoal buring platform in Culbone Wood on the steep north facing slopes northwest of Tor Knap, at circa SS 8383 4848. It is an oval platform measuring circa 10 metres long east to west and 6 metres wide north to south. The rear of the platform is formed by the slope and the front is built up by up to 1 metre. The surface is being eroded by deer and trees are growing on the feature. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SEM7026 Report: McDonnell, R. + Faxon, K.. 2002. Culbone Woodlands: A Preliminary Archaeological Survey for Management Purposes. P.44.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
Location
| Grid reference | SS 838 484 (point) (Approximate) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84NW |
| Civil Parish | OARE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Mar 10 2021 5:33PM
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