MMO2678 - Post-medieval or modern quarry east of Rex Stile Head (Monument)
Summary
The remains of a quarry are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs. The purpose of the pit is unclear. It is not marked on the 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map of 1889 and therefore may have been excavated after this date.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
The remains of a quarry of probable post-medieval date are visible on aerial photographs as earthworks to the east of Rex Stile Head, at circa SS 9068 4254. The pit is irregular in shape, roughly 25 metres long north to south and 10 metres wide. The purpose of the pit is unclear. It is not marked on the 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map of 1889, which might support the interpretation that it was excavated after this date. [1-3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. NMR SS/70381 036-7 (23 September 1970).
- <2> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500. 1889.
- <3>XY SMO7569 Archive: 2007-2009. Exmoor National Park NMP: SS 94 SW. MD002186. [Mapped feature: #43069 ]
External Links (1)
- http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1482569 (Original Monarch entry: 1482569)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 94 SW141
- Pastscape HOBID (was Monarch UID): 1482569
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 9068 4254 (15m by 29m) (Aerial Survey) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS94SW |
| Civil Parish | WOOTTON COURTENAY, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Aug 17 2020 9:39PM
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