MEM24476 - Undated hollow way on Verney's Allotment (Monument)
Summary
Part of a hollow way runs across the north facing slopes of Verney's Allotment.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A hollow way 1.5m wide and 0.15m deep, with slight mounding on the downhill side. It runs across the slope and over the break into the valey to the north; where the slope steepens the feature cuts more deeply, with a scarp up to 0.6m high on its uphill side. The south end lies close to an area of peat cutting. [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. Cornwall County Council Historic Environment Service (Projects). p. 17; no. 3. [Mapped feature: #44979 A hollow way on Verney's Allotment., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | SS 77922 34756 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73SE |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Oct 4 2021 3:22PM
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