MEM23021 - Post-medieval gravel pit on North Hill (Monument)

Summary

A post-medieval former gravel pit was visible on the 1st Edition Ordnance Survey maps. This was no longer visible on the 2nd Edition map.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

Full Description

A post-medieval gravel pit was visible on the 1st Edition Ordnance Survey maps, annotated as 'old gravel pit' indicating it was disused by the time of the survey. This was no longer visible on the 2nd Edition map, though the earthworks are depicted. [1, 2]

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1>XY Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500. [Mapped feature: #41863 ]
  • <2> Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-1907. County Series, 2nd Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Unassessed)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 9587 4779 (8m by 8m) (Historic mapping)
Map sheet SS94NE
Civil Parish MINEHEAD WITHOUT, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Mar 10 2021 4:47PM

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