MMO3019 - Possible prehistoric enclosure northeast of Newland (Monument)
Summary
A very faint linear cropmark is visible on aerial photographs of 1952. The date and function of the feature are unclear, but it is possible the cropmark is forming over the levelled bank of an enclosure of later prehistoric date.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A very faint linear cropmark is visible on aerial photographs of 1952, close to the summit of the hill to the northwest of Newland Cross. The date and function of the feature are unclear, but it is possible the cropmark is forming over the levelled bank of an enclosure of later prehistoric date. [1,2] This record was enhanced as part of the National Record of the Historic Environment to Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record data transfer project. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. NMR RAF 540/860 (F20) 4004 (2 September 1952).
- <2>XY SMO7574 Archive: 2007-2009. Exmoor National Park NMP: SS 83 NW. MD002191. [Mapped feature: #32744 ]
- <3> SEM7987 Digital archive: Historic England. Various. National Record of the Historic Environment (NRHE) entry. 1488410, Extant 27 August 2021.
External Links (1)
- http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1488410 (Pastscape entry: 1488410)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 83 NW117
- NRHE HOB UID (Pastscape): 1488410
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 8322 3879 (57m by 122m) Aerial Survey |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS83NW |
| Civil Parish | EXFORD, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Aug 27 2021 9:53PM
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