MEM24486 - Possible post-medieval prospecting pit on Verney's Allotment (Monument)
Summary
A possible post medieval prospecting pit towards the southern end of Verney's allotment, adjacent to the enclosure boundary.
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Type and Period (3)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A roughly circular pit centred at SS 77980 34331 measuring 2m in diameter and 0.4m deep, with crescent-shaped spoil heap to 0.3m high to the northwest. The site may be a mineral / stone prospecting pit, although the spoil heap is not on the downslope side as is usual with hand-dug pits; it may be of recent origin. [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. 17; no. 11. [Mapped feature: #44992 Possible prospecting pit., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7798 3433 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73SE |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Oct 4 2021 3:20PM
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