MEM24392 - Possible post-medieval clearance cairn on North Twitchen (Monument)
Summary
A small stone heap made up of stone may represent a clearance cairn in the centre of North Twitchen.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A small stone heap approximately 2 metres across and 0.4 metres high made up of stones up to 0.7 metres in length. The stones are either quartz or are quartz rich. This lies just within the margin of rough ground and is likely to represent clearance from the area of improved pasture adjacent to the north. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>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. p. 13; no. 7. [Mapped feature: #44873 Possible clearance cairn., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 72615 37463 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73NW |
| Civil Parish | BRAYFORD, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Sep 7 2020 10:21PM
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