MEM15452 - Post-medieval possible charcoal burning platform in Little Comfort Wood (Monument)

Summary

An oval earthwork platform is possibly the remains of a charcoal burning platform.

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Full Description

An earthwork platform in Little Comfort Wood, possibly the remains of a charcoal burning platform. The platfrom is roughly oval in shape, measuring circa 5 by 3 metres in size. [1] This feature is not visible on the 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map. [2]

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1>XY Report: Cannell, J.. 2003. Exmoor Iron, Sherracombe Ford 2002-2003: Area Reconnaissance Survey - 2. p 6, 13. [Mapped feature: #35319 ]
  • <2> Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Unassessed)
  • National Park: Exmoor National Park

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Grid reference SS 714 356 (point) (Approximate)
Map sheet SS73NW
Civil Parish BRAYFORD, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Sep 8 2020 10:44AM

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