MEM24370 - Possible post-medieval mound on the east of Alderman's Barrow Allotment (Monument)
Summary
A cresent shaped linear stony mound lying close to the eastern edge of the allotment and is aligned on the gateway.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A crescent-shaped linear stony mound, 9 metres by 2.5 metres and up to 0.4 metres high on its downhill side. It lies close to an is aligned on a gateway in the adjacent stone faced bank. Possibly this mound represents unspread metalling within the gateway or a stone dump for the boundary. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SEM6823 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. 9. [Mapped feature: #44832 A crescent-shaped stoney mound., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | SS 84703 42162 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84SW |
| Civil Parish | LUCCOMBE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Jul 21 2021 11:59AM
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