MEM24012 - Post-medieval quarry on Withypool Hill (Monument)
Summary
A post-medieval quarry is noted on historic mapping of the site but was not seen during a field visit to the site.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A quarry first depicted on the 2nd edition Ordnance Survey 25 inch map on the west side of Worth Lane at SS 84480 34973, and also visible on LiDAR data. The area is covered in dense gorse and the quarry was not located during the 2017 field survey. [1,2] The quarry is not depicted on modern MasterMap data. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SEM8541 Report: Passmore, A. and Dean, R.. 2018. Withypool Hill, Withypool, Exmoor Park: Results of archaeological desk-based assessment, measured and photographic survey of Withypool Stone Circle, and geophysical survey. AC004.
- <2> SEM7190 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-1907. County Series, 2nd Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <3> SEM8512 Map: Ordnance Survey. 2017. MasterMap.
External Links (0)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 8448 3497 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS83SW |
| Civil Parish | WITHYPOOL AND HAWKRIDGE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Feb 27 2018 3:57PM
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