MEM24483 - Possible post-medieval mound on Verney's Allotment. (Monument)
Summary
A low rectangular mound on the northwest area of Verney's Allotment that may be a peat stand.
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Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A low rectangular mound, 3m by 2m and up to 0.4m high, surrounded by a ditch up to 0.9m wide and 0.1m deep. The site lies close to an area of peat cutting and may be associated with it – perhaps a storage platform for dried peat? An area of pools, cuttings and amorphous spoil heaps lies just to the NW. [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. 21. [Mapped feature: #44988 Low mound or possible peat stand., ]
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7745 3472 (point) |
|---|---|
| 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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