MEM24068 - Possible modern mining activity east of Hawkridge Cross (Monument)
Summary
A small square walled enclosure with an irregular quarried depression inside may represent the remains of mining activity.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A small square walled enclosure with an irregular quarried depression inside may represent the remains of mining activity. [1,2] The feature can also be seen on aerial photographs dating to 1977. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SEM7406 Unpublished document: McDonnell, R.. 1980. Gazetteer of Sites in the Exmoor National Park Identified through Aerial Photography. SS8530c.
- <2> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. HSL/UK/71-178 85/9322 (September 1971).
- <3> SEM7408 Aerial photograph: Meridian Air Maps. 1977-1978. Infrared False Colour Aerial Photography.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 8560 3098 (34m by 29m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS83SE |
| Civil Parish | WITHYPOOL AND HAWKRIDGE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
| Historic Parish | HAWKRIDGE |
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Record last edited
Apr 9 2018 3:51PM
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