MEM24304 - Post-medieval quarries and building east of Thornmead (Monument)
Summary
Two old quarries are depicted on historic mapping. The northern one is shown with a small building occupying the site in the early 20th Century, although this appears to have since been removed.
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Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Two old quarries are depicted and labelled on historic mapping at SS 8102 3816 and SS 8102 3812. The northern one is shown with a small building occupying the site in the early 20th Century, although this appears to have since been removed. [1-3] The quarries were noted on aerial photographs as irregular depressions. [4-6]
Sources/Archives (6)
- <1> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <2> SEM7190 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-1907. County Series, 2nd Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <3> SEM8545 Map: Ordnance Survey. 2018. MasterMap.
- <4> SEM7406 Unpublished document: McDonnell, R.. 1980. Gazetteer of Sites in the Exmoor National Park Identified through Aerial Photography. SS8138A.
- <5> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. CPE/UK/1980 4317 (April 1947).
- <6> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. HSL/UK/71-177 81/8600 (September 1971).
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 8102 3814 (39m by 69m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS83NW |
| Civil Parish | EXFORD, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Jul 11 2018 12:50PM
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