MEM24375 - Post-medieval peat cutting on Porlock Allotment (Monument)

Summary

A post-medieval peat cutting was noted during field survey.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

Peat cutting approximately 25m long, 2m wide, and 0.4m deep, in the peat cutting area known as Black Mire. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1>XY Report: Kirkham, G. and Taylor, S.. 2008. Exmoor Mire Restoration Project: Archaeological Survey on Moorland Areas at Alderman's Barrow Allotment, Blackpitts-Exe Head, North Twitchen, Roosthitchen and Verney's Allotment. Cornwall County Council Historic Environment Service (Projects). p. 10; no. 19. [Mapped feature: #44843 A long linear peat cutting., ]

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Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 83531 43387 (point)
Map sheet SS84SW
Civil Parish PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Jul 21 2021 12:04PM

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