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.

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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 Monograph: Grinsell, L.V.. 1970. The Archaeology of Exmoor: Bideford Bay to Bridgewater. David and Charles Limited. [Mapped feature: #30656 ]
  • <2> 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)

Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (No)
  • National Monuments Record reference: SS 94 SE42
  • Pastscape HOBID (was Monarch UID): 36945

Map

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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