MEM24478 - Post-medieval quarry on Verney's Allotment (Monument)
Summary
A roughly triangular quarry was cut at the southern edge of Verney's Allotment, close to the field boundary.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A quarry at SS 77660 34209, broadly triangular in shape, is cut into the slope adjacent to boundary. It is approximately 17m long on the longer side and 2m deep. It has been widened to the W by at least two phases of secondary working on the S side; the later phase is represented by a cut approximately 0.4m deep into the base of the earlier working. Spoil heaps on the S side are up to 0.7m high. [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. 19; no. 34. [Mapped feature: #44982 A broadly triangular shaped quarry., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 7765 3420 (43m by 30m) |
|---|---|
| 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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