MDE21236 - Post-medieval quarries in South Wood (Monument)
Summary
Two old quarries are depicted on historic mapping. They later appear to have been merged into one larger quarry.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
The site of two old quarries is depicted on the 25 inch 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map at SS 7433 3137 and SS 7434 3135 . [1] The site is depicted and labelled as a single old quarry on the six inch 1906 map and the six inch 1963 map. [2,3] 2018 Ordnance Survey MasterMap data depicts an unlabelled earthwork feature in this location. A track has been established through the site. [4]
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1854-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <2> SEM7223 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1888-1914. County Series; 2nd Edition (1st Revision) 6 Inch Map. 1:10560. 1906, 15NW.
- <3> SEM7608 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1963. 6 Inch Map: 1963.
- <4>XY SEM8545 Map: Ordnance Survey. 2018. MasterMap. [Mapped feature: #46016 ]
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Other Statuses/References
- Devon SMR Monument ID: 33717
- Devon SMR: SS73SW/60
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 7434 3136 (24m by 42m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73SW |
| Civil Parish | NORTH MOLTON, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Mar 23 2023 6:17PM
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