MEM25783 - Undated depression northwest of Higher Weekfield Farm (Monument)

Summary

Depression visible in LiDAR imagery.

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Full Description

An oval hollow is visible at this location on LiDAR imagery. It likely represents a natural depression, or perhaps more liekly a post medieval quarry. It's proximity to a trial shaft redorded on the second edition ordnance survey map could also suggest a link to iron ore extraction. [1, 3] This record was created by Cornwall HER for the Forestry Commission's Project K. [2]

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Cartographic materials: Environment Agency. 2022. LiDAR (DTM or DSM).
  • <2> Index: Cornwall Council. 2025/6. Forestry Commission Project K.
  • <3> Cartographic materials: Ordnance Survey. 1906. Second Edition Ordnance Survey 25 inch Map.

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Grid reference Centred SS 9509 3529 (29m by 18m)
Map sheet SS93NE
Civil Parish EXTON, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Feb 3 2026 3:36PM

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