MEM24106 - Possible prehistoric standing stone on Long Holcombe (Monument)

Summary

Field survey in 2011 identified a small stone protruding above the turfline. It does not appear to be part of a natural outcrop of the bedrock and may be a recumbent prehistoric standing stone.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

SS 7664 3614. Field survey in 2011 identified a small stone protruding above the turfline measuring c. 0.6 metres by 0.25 metres. It does not appear to be part of a natural outcrop of the bedrock and may be a recumbent prehistoric standing stone. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Report: Bray, L., Green, T., Wapshott, E. + Walls, S.. 2011. Emmett's Grange, Exmoor, Somerset: Management plan and archaeological assessment. Appendix 1, p44.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Candidate)
  • Report Site Reference: 393 SEM7641

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 7664 3614 (point)
Map sheet SS73NE
Civil Parish EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Apr 25 2018 6:13PM

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