MEM15584 - Undated charcoal burning platform in Culbone Wood (Monument)
Summary
An earthwork platform in on the northeast facing slopes of Culbone Wood is probably the remains of a charcoal burning platform. The date of the earthwork is uncertain.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
A possible charcoal burning platform in Culbone Wood, approximately 200 metres to the north of Twitchen on the steep northeast facing slopes west of Twitchen Combe. The platform is circa 8 metres long and 4 metres wide. The rear of the platform is cut into the hillslope by about 1.5 metres and the front, downslope side is built up by circa 1.3 metres. The surface is in generally good condition but both edges are suffering from erosion. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SEM7026 Report: McDonnell, R. + Faxon, K.. 2002. Culbone Woodlands: A Preliminary Archaeological Survey for Management Purposes. P.62-3.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
Location
| Grid reference | SS 821 487 (point) (Approximate) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84NW |
| Civil Parish | OARE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Mar 10 2021 5:23PM
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