MEM24479 - Post-medieval quarry on Verney's Allotment (Monument)
Summary
A quarry was cut at the southern edge of Verney's Allotment, close to the field boundary.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A quarry at SS 77567 34276 is 13m long, up to 3.5m wide and 1.2m deep, and is cut into the slope adjacent to boundary. Most of the spoil has been cast downslope on the S side, forming heaps up to 0.7m high. There is a secondary cut 0.5m into the base of the quarry cutting at the W end, spoil from which overlies the ditch to boundary [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. Cornwall County Council Historic Environment Service (Projects). p. 19; no. 33. [Mapped feature: #44983 A post medieval quarry on Verney's Allotment., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 7756 3427 (39m by 34m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73SE |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Oct 4 2021 3:22PM
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