MMO2672 - Possible late prehistoric enclosure above Hanny Combe (Monument)
Summary
A possible bank defined enclosure is visible on aerial photographs above Hanny Combe on the eastern side of Dunkery Hill as low earthworks. This site may be the remains of an enclosure of later prehistoric date.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A bank defined enclosure is visible as low earthworks on aerial photographs, at circa SS 9077 4179, above Hanny Combe on the eastern side of Dunkery Hill. This site may be the remains of an enclosure of later prehistoric date. The banks are up to 10 metres wide and enclose an egg shaped area up to circa 60 metres across. The earthworks are very subtle and field investigation is required to test this interpretation. [1-2]
Sources/Archives (2)
External Links (1)
- http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1482532 (Original Monarch entry: 1482532)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 94 SW135
- Pastscape HOBID (was Monarch UID): 1482532
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 9077 4180 (77m by 87m) (Aerial Survey) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS94SW |
| Civil Parish | WOOTTON COURTENAY, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Aug 17 2020 9:47PM
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