MSO9092 - Possible late prehistoric finds at Bat's Castle (Find Spot)
Summary
A hammerstone and slingstones were found in the vicinity of Bat's Castle in Dunster Park.
Please read the Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record caveat document.
Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
SS 989 421. A hammerstone and slingstones were found "on or near" Bats Castle by HW Kille. The hammerstone is in Taunton Museum. [1,2]
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1>XY SMO4578 Monograph: Grinsell, L.V.. 1970. The Archaeology of Exmoor: Bideford Bay to Bridgewater. David and Charles Limited. [Mapped feature: #30656 ]
- <2> SSO1043 Article in serial: Dixon, J.. 1980. Somerset Parish Survey 3: Carhampton. Proceedings of the Somerset Archaeological and Natural History Society. Number 21.
External Links (1)
- http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=36945 (Pastscape entry: 36945)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (No)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 94 SE42
- Pastscape HOBID (was Monarch UID): 36945
Location
| Grid reference | SS 989 421 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS94SE |
| Civil Parish | CARHAMPTON, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
Finds (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Mar 3 2020 3:30PM
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