MEM23356 - Post-medieval quarry or prospecting feature at Beckham (Monument)

Summary

A subrectangular cut noted during field survey may represent a mineral prospecting feature, although the absence of obvious spoil suggests it could also be a quarry; possibly a source of stone for the construction of the nearby boundary.

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Type and Period (2)

Protected Status

Full Description

Subrectangular cut with absence of spoil, located on opposite bank to hollows above. [1] Subrectangular cut measuring 9 metres by 4 metres by 2 metres. Possible a mineral prospecting feature, although the absence of obvious spoil suggests it could also be a quarry; possibly a source of stone for the construction of the nearby boundary. [2]

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1>XY Report: Morris, B. and Bampton, J.. 2013. Warren Farm, Exmoor: Results of a Walkover Survey. [Mapped feature: #42483 A small potential prospecting or quarry pit., 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(4)

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 80532 41867 (point)
Map sheet SS84SW
Civil Parish EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Jul 21 2021 11:04AM

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