MEM24471 - Possible post-medieval peat cutting on Roosthichen (Monument)

Summary

An area of possible post-medieval peat cutting.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A scarp up to 0.5 metres high running roughly east to west, turning north and its western end, may represent the edge of an area of peat cutting. [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. p. 16; no. 16. [Mapped feature: #44974 Possible post medieval peat cutting., ]

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Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 71945 39940 (point)
Map sheet SS73NW
Civil Parish EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (1)

Record last edited

Sep 2 2020 4:33PM

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