MEM24482 - Post-medieval quarry on Verney's Allotment (Monument)
Summary
A narrow 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 narrow cut quarry at SS 77453 34407, runs approximately east from the boundary, cutting into the slope. It's dimensions are approximately 30m long and up to 3m wide, maximum of 1.6m deep. Spoil heaps up to 0.6m high follow the northern and southern edges of the quarry cut. This and other quarries adjoining boundary almost certainly provided stone for the latter's construction. [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. 18; no. 28. [Mapped feature: #44987 A post medieval quarry., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 7745 3440 (46m by 31m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73SE |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Oct 4 2021 3:21PM
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