MEM24385 - Post-medieval quarry on Exe Plain (Monument)
Summary
A quarry cut to the slope to the north of the Knight's canal with spoil heaps to the west.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A quarry approximately 20 metres by 10 metres and up to 1.5 metres deep cut into the slope on the north side of the Kinght's canal, with soil heaps to the west. It is likely contemporary with the 19th Century improvements to the area. [1] The feature has been mapped as a depression on the 25 inch 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map. [2]
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> 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. p. 12; no. 14.
- <2>XY SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500. [Mapped feature: #46716 ]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 7623 4186 (29m by 32m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS74SE |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Mar 17 2021 1:09PM
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