MEM24613 - Possible post-medieval pits or quarries west of Goosemoor Barn (Monument)
Summary
Two lush marks suggesting filled in pits or quarries were noted on aerial photographs dating from 1947 and 1971. They may or may not be post-medieval and associated with California Iron Mine. One may now form a pond.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Two lush marks suggesting filled in pits or quarries were noted on aerial photographs dating from 1947 and 1971. They may or may not be post-medieval and associated with California Iron Mine to the south. [1-3] The site of the western feature now appears to be occupied by a pond. [4]
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. CPE/UK/1980 3341 (April 1947).
- <2> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. HSL/UK/71-177.
- <3> SEM7406 Unpublished document: McDonnell, R.. 1980. Gazetteer of Sites in the Exmoor National Park Identified through Aerial Photography. SS9535E.
- <4> SEM8545 Map: Ordnance Survey. 2018. MasterMap.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 9549 3575 (104m by 34m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS93NE |
| Civil Parish | EXTON, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Dec 3 2018 1:43PM
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