MSO10300 - Post-medieval gravel pit on Porlock Common (Monument)
Summary
A post-medieval gravel pit is shown on 1st and 2nd Edition Ordnance Survey mapping. This was also noted as an earthwork during field survey in 1998.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
Field survey noted a disturbed area close to the A39, centred at SS 8569 4627. A large hollow is probably a quarry for road material. [1] The 1st and 2nd Edition Ordnance Survey maps show a gravel pit in this location. [2,3]
Sources/Archives (3)
Location
Grid reference | Centred SS 8567 4627 (45m by 45m) |
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Map sheet | SS84NE |
Civil Parish | PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Other Statuses/References
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
- Somerset SMR PRN: 18086
Record last edited
Aug 17 2020 12:22PM
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