MEM15562 - Undated charcoal burning platform in Culbone Wood (Monument)
Summary
An earthwork platform in Culbone Wood is possibly 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 possible charcoal burning platform in Culbone Wood, approximately 450 metres to the north-north-west of Silcombe Farm. The platform is circa 12 metres long east to west and 4 metres wide north to south. The rear of the platform is curved and formed by the hillslope and the front, downslope side is straighter but eroding. The surface is being disturbed by deer and mature oaks growing on the earthwork. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SEM7026 Report: McDonnell, R. + Faxon, K.. 2002. Culbone Woodlands: A Preliminary Archaeological Survey for Management Purposes. P.45.
External Links (0)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Require info)
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
Location
| Grid reference | SS 832 486 (point) (Approximate) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84NW |
| Civil Parish | OARE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Related Events/Activities (3)
Record last edited
Mar 10 2021 5:28PM
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