MEM24134 - Undated pit northeast of Emmett's Grange (Monument)
Summary
A rougly circular depression with an earthwork extending to the south was noted during field survey in 2011. This may represent a pit created by mining prospecting or farming activity with a ridge of dumped spoil.
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Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
SS 7582 3741. Roughly circular depression with a diameter of c. 7 to 8 metres and a dept of c.0.2 metres maximum. A positive earthwork, possibly a ridge of dumped spoil, extends to the south. This feature is most likely a pit, perhaps a mining prospecting pit or created by farming activity. [1] The site is not visible on the 1st or 2nd Edition Ordnance Survey maps. [2,3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SEM7641 Report: Bray, L., Green, T., Wapshott, E. + Walls, S.. 2011. Emmett's Grange, Exmoor, Somerset: Management plan and archaeological assessment. Appendix 1, p32-3.
- <2> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <3> SEM7190 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-1907. County Series, 2nd Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
External Links (0)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- Report Site Reference: 182 SEM7641
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7582 3741 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73NE |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Apr 25 2018 2:09PM
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