MEM24463 - Post-medieval field boundary on the east side of Roosthitchen (Monument)
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The south portion of the bank forming the eastern boundary of Roosthitchen is more substantial than that to the north. It is stone faced, up to 1 metres high, with a marked step at about 0.6 metres from ground level dividing the wider lower portion from the narrower upper part. [1] The field boundary is shown on the 25 inch 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map. [2] It is also shown on an 1818 map of Exmoor Forest. It forms the southern part of the field boundary between land allotted to The Earl of Fortescue and his Lessees and JD Bassett Esq. It is likely to date to around this time. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <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. 16; no. 18.
- <2>XY SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500. [Mapped feature: #44964 ]
- <3> SEM8815 Map: Kelsey, F.J.. 1818. A Map of Exmoor Forest Referred to by the annexed Award. 4 inches : 1 mile. Pen and Ink.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 7193 3982 (125m by 321m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73NW |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Sep 2 2020 4:52PM
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