MEM25116 - Late prehistoric mound southwest of Warcombe Water (Monument)
Summary
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Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A small mound, 2.3 metres in diameter and 0.5 metres high lies on the spur between Warcombe Water and the WEst Lyn River at SS 72962 43887. The mound is compact with some stone. It is similar to other mounds in the area which are associated with stone settings. It may be prehistoric in date and be of sepulchral or agricultural origin. The mound was recorded using differential GPS during reconnaissance of the area. [1] This record was enhanced as part of the National Record of the Historic Environment to Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record data transfer project. [2]
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External Links (0)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Candidate)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 74 SW290
- NRHE HOB UID (Pastscape): 1500837
Location
Grid reference | SS 7296 4388 (point) |
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Map sheet | SS74SW |
Civil Parish | LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
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Record last edited
Jan 19 2022 4:11PM
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