MEM22199 - The Drang, Porlock (Monument)
Summary
The Drang probably has medieval origins as a back lane to the rear of burgage plots. It now provides access to several short 19th Century terraces that appear to have been built on these plots.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
The Drang probably has medieval origins as a back lane to the rear of burgage plots. It now provides access to several short 19th Century terraces infilling the former burgage plots. [1] The routeway is shown on the 2022 MasterMap data. [2] The Drang is mentioned in the 2013 Conservation Area Appraisal for Porlock. [3] Two properties along The Drang participated in the 2014 Dig Porlock community excavations. [4]
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SEM6959 Report: Fisher, J.. 2002. Porlock: Conservation Area Character Appraisal. p8, 13, 14, 18, 19.
- <2> SEM340925 Map: Ordnance Survey. 2022. MasterMap data. 1:2,500.
- <3> SEM8052 Report: Pratt, N.. 2013. Porlock Conservation Area: Appraisal Document. Exmoor National Park Authority. p 11, 24, 54, 58, Figures 7, 72.
- <4> SEM8085 Report: Blaylock, S. et al.. 2014. Dig Porlock Village: Community excavations, June 2014.
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Other Statuses/References
- Coastal Risk 2014: Flood Zone 2 fluvial
- Coastal Risk 2014: Flood Zone 3 fluvial
- Coastal Risk 2016: Flood Zone 2 fluvial
- Coastal Risk 2016: Flood Zone 3 fluvial
- Local Heritage List Status (Proposed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 8869 4668 (130m by 47m) MasterMap |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84NE |
| Civil Parish | PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Dec 17 2025 11:50AM
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