MEM23355 - Post-medieval quarries at Beckham (Monument)

Summary

Two possible quarries were noted during field survey.

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Type and Period (1)

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Full Description

Hollow cut into slope by 0.5 metres, with the hint of a smaller scoop below it, c.3 metres by 5 metres by 1 metres, located above the river. [1] Hollow cut into the slope measuring 7 metres by 10 metres and 0.5 metres deep at its rear edge. A further possible scoop measuring c. 3 metres by 5 metres by 1 metre is located on the slope below. Possible quarries. [2]

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1>XY Report: Morris, B. and Bampton, J.. 2013. Warren Farm, Exmoor: Results of a Walkover Survey. p. 31. [Mapped feature: #42482 Small hollow cut measuring 7x10x0.5m., p. 31]
  • <2> Report: Bray. L.S.. 2013. Warren Farm, Exmoor: Archaeological walkover survey.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Unassessed)
  • Mires Feature Reference (Monument) (Warren Farm): EWF13(3)

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 8051 4181 (point)
Map sheet SS84SW
Civil Parish EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Jul 21 2021 11:01AM

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