MEM24481 - Post-medieval quarry on Verney's Allotment (Monument)
Summary
A 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 77517 34324 is 7m long, up to 4m wide and 1m deep, and is cut into the slope adjacent to boundary. Spoil heaps up to 0.7m high extend around the sides and head of the cut. The mouth of the quarry is blocked by spoil from a further quarry cut immediately to the south. [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. 31. [Mapped feature: #44985 Post Medieval Quarry on Verney's Allotment., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7751 3432 (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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