MEM23826 - Post-medieval peat cutting on Kittuck Meads (Monument)
Summary
An area of potential peat cutting was noted on recent aerial photographs, survey revealed a peat cutting north of the railway.
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Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A group of earthworks that were thought to indicate an area of peat cutting were noted on aerial photographs. [1-2] A walk over survey by Cornwall Council revealed a peat cutting at SS 83031 43600. It is sub-rectangular and measured 4.5m by 2.5m surrounded by a bank of spoil 1.7m wide and up to 0.3m high. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SEM7560 Aerial photograph: Geoinformation. 2008. Vertical Aerial Photography of Exmoor National Park.
- <2> SEM8039 Aerial photograph: Getmapping. 2013. Vertical Aerial Photography of Exmoor National Park.
- <3>XY SEM6823 Report: Kirkham, G. and Taylor, S.. 2008. Exmoor Mire Restoration Project: Archaeological Survey on Moorland Areas at Alderman's Barrow Allotment, Blackpitts-Exe Head, North Twitchen, Roosthitchen and Verney's Allotment. [Mapped feature: #44840 Sub-rectangular peat cutting., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 83097 43527 (163m by 157m) (Aerial survey) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84SW |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Jul 27 2018 10:09AM
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