MMO2641 - Prehistoric cairn on Thornworthy Common (Monument)
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A small circular mound visible on aerial photographs on Thornworthy Common, Lynton and Lynmouth is likely to be the remains of a prehistoric cairn. Centred at SS 7172 4423, the mound measures approximately 6 metres in diameter. It is situated in a prominent position, overlooking an unnamed stream. Several similar monuments are visible within the vicinity, and are believed to date to the Bronze Age. [1,2] This record was enhanced as part of the National Record of the Historic Environment to Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record data transfer project. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. RAF 106G/UK/1655 4065-66 (11 July 1946).
- <2>XY SMO7565 Archive: English Heritage. 2007-2009. Exmoor National Park NMP: SS 74 SW. MD002182. [Mapped feature: #47016 ]
- <3> SEM7987 Digital archive: Historic England. Various. National Record of the Historic Environment (NRHE) entry. 1480247, Extant 19 January 2022.
External Links (1)
- http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1480247 (Pastscape entry: 1480247)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 74 SW283
- NRHE HOB UID (Pastscape): 1480247
Location
Grid reference | Centred SS 7172 4423 (11m by 10m) |
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Map sheet | SS74SW |
Civil Parish | LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (3)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jan 19 2022 3:52PM
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