MEM24389 - Post-medieval peat cutting on North Twitchen (Monument)
Summary
A disturbed area of numerous peat cuttings.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A disturbed area with numerous irregular cuts and hollows probably representing past peat extraction. These may have been exaggertaed by the drying out of the surface aided by a large drainage ditch to the north of the area. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SEM6823 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. p. 13; no. 3. [Mapped feature: #44868 ]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 72644 37369 (26m by 15m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73NW |
| Civil Parish | BRAYFORD, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Sep 7 2020 10:33PM
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