MSO8109 - Prehistoric hut platform on Bossington Hill (Monument)
Summary
A possible prehistoric hut platform on Bossington Hill, measuring 4.5 metres in diameter. A fragmentary lynchet runs for 20m to the west.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
A possible prehistoric hut platform lies on Bossington Hill at SS 9121 4798. It measures 4.5 metres in diameter and is defined on its southern edge by a stony scarp 0.8 metres high. A fragmentary lynchet runs for 20 metres to the west. The site was recorded as part of the RCHME Exmoor survey using differential GPS. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SMO7322 Unpublished document: Riley, H.. Field Investigators Comments. RCHME Field Investigation, 1998. [Mapped feature: #45054 ]
External Links (1)
- http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1132711 (Pastscape entry: 1132711)
Other Statuses/References
- Exmoor National Park HER Number (now deleted): MSO12660
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 94 NW160
- Pastscape HOBID (was Monarch UID): 1132711
- Somerset SMR PRN: 35872
Location
| Grid reference | SS 9121 4798 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS94NW |
| Civil Parish | SELWORTHY, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Nov 2 2020 5:06PM
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