MEM24525 - World War Two military activity on North Hill (Monument)
Summary
Five round bare patches were noted in the vegetation on North Hill during a field visit in November 2017. It was suggested that these may be the result of some sort of military practice.
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Protected Status
Full Description
Five round bare patches were noted in the vegetation on North Hill during a field visit in November 2017. They were as follows: A: SS 94387 47729 - c.2 metres in diameter; B: SS 94375 47727 - c.2 metres in diameter; C: SS 94360 47725 - c.2 metres in diameter; D: SS 94363 47714 - c.2 metres in diameter; E: SS 94355 47714 - c.4 metres in diameter; It was suggested that these may be the result of some sort of World War Two military practice. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SEM8592 Report: Blaylock, S.. 2017. HER Input Form: Military features on North Hill. [Mapped features: #45071 Site A, ; #45072 Site B, ; #45073 Site C, ; #45074 Site D, ; #45075 Site E, ]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 9437 4772 (32m by 15m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS94NW |
| Civil Parish | MINEHEAD WITHOUT, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Mar 2 2021 2:12PM
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