MEM24369 - Possible post-medieval mound on the east of Alderman's Barrow Allotment (Monument)

Summary

A linear stony mound may represent the remains of a robbed boundary or heap.

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Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A linear stony mound 15 metres by 2.5 metres and up to 0.3 metres high on its downhill side, is located on the break of the slope on the eastern edge of Alderman's Barrow Allotment. It is possibly a robbed field boundary or stone heap for the adjacent stone faced bank. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1>XY Report: Kirkham, G. and Taylor, S.. 2008. Exmoor Mire Restoration Project: Archaeological Survey on Moorland Areas at Alderman's Barrow Allotment, Blackpitts-Exe Head, North Twitchen, Roosthitchen and Verney's Allotment. Cornwall County Council Historic Environment Service (Projects). p. 9; no. 8. [Mapped feature: #44831 A linear stoney mound., ]

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Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 8468 4217 (point)
Map sheet SS84SW
Civil Parish LUCCOMBE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Jul 21 2021 11:57AM

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