MEM24303 - Possible natural feature or quarry southeast of Thornmead (Monument)

Summary

A linear group of possibly quarried irregular cuttings and depressions in the hillside at a combe head were noted on aerial photographs. These may be the result of quarrying but have alternatively been interpreted as a natural feature.

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Type and Period (2)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A linear group of possibly quarried irregular cuttings and depressions in the hillside at a combe head were noted on aerial photographs. [1-3] Part of some of the features appear to mirror those shown on the 2nd Edition Ordnance Survey maps and modern MasterMap data, which outline a change in vegetation. [4,5]

Sources/Archives (5)

  • <1> Unpublished document: McDonnell, R.. 1980. Gazetteer of Sites in the Exmoor National Park Identified through Aerial Photography. SS8137F.
  • <2> Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. CPE/UK/1980 3321 (April 1947).
  • <3> Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. HSL/UK/71/177 81/8598 (September 1971).
  • <4> Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-1907. County Series, 2nd Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
  • <5> Map: Ordnance Survey. 2018. MasterMap.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (No)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 8112 3790 (247m by 246m)
Map sheet SS83NW
Civil Parish EXFORD, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Sep 1 2021 2:14PM

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