MDE21796 - Possible medieval or post-medieval clearance cairn on Little Hangman (Monument)

Summary

A small grassy mound may be the remains of a medieval or post-medieval field clearance cairn.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

Full Description

Small grassy mound 4.5 metres by 3.5 metres by 0.5 metres high may be a medieval or post-medieval field clearance cairn on the northeast slope of Little Hangman. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Report: Berry, N.. 2002. Archaeological and Historic Landscape Survey of West Challacombe Farm, Combe Martin, Devon. 100908.

External Links (1)

Other Statuses/References

  • Devon SMR Monument ID: 65794
  • Devon SMR: SS54NE/136/1
  • Local List Status (Require info)
  • National Trust HER Record: MNA148440
  • Shoreline Management Plan 2 (50-100)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 5862 4802 (9m by 9m) (Estimated from sources)
Map sheet SS54NE
Civil Parish COMBE MARTIN, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Aug 17 2020 12:05PM

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