MMO2960 - Probable post-medieval quarry or gravel pit northwest of Winstitchin Cross (Monument)

Summary

A small circular depression, most likely a quarry or gravel pit, is visible on aerial photographs. It most likely dates to the post-medieval period, although it may also be medieval in origin.

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Type and Period (2)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A small circular depression, most likely a quarry or gravel pit, is visible on aerial photographs in a field northwest of Winstitchin Cross, Exmoor. Centred at approximately SS 7802 3954 the quarry measures some 40 metres across. It is depicted but not annotated on the 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map, suggesting it was abandoned some time prior to publication in 1890. It most likely dates to the post-medieval period, although it may also be medieval in origin. However, there is no indication as to what was extracted here. [1-3] This record was enhanced as part of the National Record of the Historic Environment to Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record data transfer project. [4]

Sources/Archives (4)

  • <1> Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. RAF 543/2821 (F63) 169-70 (27 April 1964).
  • <2> Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500. 1890.
  • <3>XY Archive: 2007-2009. Exmoor National Park NMP: SS 73 NE. MD002190. [Mapped feature: #40661 ]
  • <4> Digital archive: Historic England. Various. National Record of the Historic Environment (NRHE) entry. 1487628, Extant 23 November 2021.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Unassessed)
  • National Monuments Record reference: SS 73 NE163
  • NRHE HOB UID (Pastscape): 1487628

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 7802 3953 (37m by 48m) Aerial Survey
Map sheet SS73NE
Civil Parish EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Nov 23 2021 2:57PM

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