MEM24371 - Undated mound on Porlock Allotment (Monument)
Summary
A low undated mound around the area of peat cutting with an uncertain function.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A subrectangular mound 5.5 metres by 3 metres and up to 0.45 metres high. No ditch is apparent . Its function and origin is uncertain but it could be related to nearby peat cutting. [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. 10; no. 12. [Mapped feature: #44834 A sub-rectangular mound 5.5m by 3m., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | SS 8375 4353 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84SW |
| Civil Parish | PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Jul 21 2021 12:02PM
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