MSO7547 - World War Two gun emplacement south of Camp Reservoir (Monument)

Summary

A possible World War II gun emplacement was noted during field investigation.

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Protected Status

Full Description

A circular hollow with spoil mound 5 metres in diameter and 1.2 metres high on the downslope side overlying a post-medieval field bank, at SS 95711 46799. The hollow is 5 metres by 3 metres and 0.5 metres deep. It is possibly a World War Two gun position. It was recorded as part of the RCHME survey of the ENPA holding on North Hill. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Report: Riley, H. and Wilson-North, R.. 1997. The field archaeology of North Hill: An archaeological survey of the Exmoor National Park holding.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Exmoor National Park HER Number (now deleted): MSO12464
  • Local List Status (Unassessed)
  • National Monuments Record reference: SS 94 NE55
  • Pastscape HOBID (was Monarch UID): 1101069
  • Somerset SMR PRN: 35665

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 95711 46798 (point)
Map sheet SS94NE
Civil Parish MINEHEAD, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Aug 17 2020 12:25PM

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