MDE21798 - Possible medieval subcircular platform above Wild Pear Beach (Monument)
Summary
A subcircular platform may have medieval agricultural origins or may represent a natural feature.
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Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
Full Description
Possible medieval sub-circular platform 6 metres by 4 metres with a 0.6 metres rear scarp set on a slope above Wild Pear Beach. The feature is probably of agricultural origin but may be natural. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SEM6849 Report: Berry, N.. 2002. Archaeological and Historic Landscape Survey of West Challacombe Farm, Combe Martin, Devon. National Trust SMR number 100911.
External Links (1)
- https://heritagerecords.nationaltrust.org.uk/HBSMR/MonRecord.aspx?uid=MNA148443 (National Trust HER entry: MNA148443)
Other Statuses/References
- Devon SMR Monument ID: 65796
- Devon SMR: SS54NE/178
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Trust HER Record: MNA148443
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 5840 4767 (24m by 23m) (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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