MEM24292 - Post-medieval quarries west of Blagdon Lane (Monument)
Summary
Two irregular quarried depressions and a shallow linear depression were noted on aerial photographs dating to 1971. They are likely to be associated with a further extractive pit recorded separately to the west (MMO735).
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
SS 9664 3283. Two irregular quarried depressions and a shallow linear depression were noted on aerial photographs dating to 1971. [1,2] The features are not shown on historic mapping. [3-5] The features are likely to be associated with a further extractive pit recorded separately to the west (MMO735). [6]
Sources/Archives (6)
- <1> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. HSL/UK/71-177 (September 1971).
- <2> SEM7406 Unpublished document: McDonnell, R.. 1980. Gazetteer of Sites in the Exmoor National Park Identified through Aerial Photography. SS9632B.
- <3> SSO76 Map: 1841. Kings Brompton Tithe Map and Apportionment. 6 chains = 1 inch.
- <4> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <5> SEM7190 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-1907. County Series, 2nd Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <6> SMO5308 Verbal communication: Various. Various. Oral Information or Staff Comments. Catherine Dove, 2 July 2018.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 9664 3285 (109m by 25m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS93SE |
| Historic Parish | KINGS BROMPTON |
| Civil Parish | BROMPTON REGIS, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Jul 2 2018 1:14PM
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