MEM24032 - Post-medieval gravel pit on Lyn Down (Monument)

Summary

A gravel pit is marked on historic mapping.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

The site is shown as a clear plot on the Tithe Map for Lynton and Lynmouth. [1] The 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map depicts and labels a gravel pit at SS 7288 4747. [2] The gravel pit is not recorded on modern MasterMap data. [3]

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Map: 1840. Lynton and Lynmouth Parish Tithe Map and Apportionment.
  • <2> Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
  • <3> Map: Ordnance Survey. 2017. MasterMap.

External Links (0)

Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Unassessed)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 7288 4747 (16m by 11m)
Map sheet SS74NW
Civil Parish LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Mar 19 2018 2:48PM

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