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 (2)
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] This record was enhanced as part of the National Record of the Historic Environment to Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record data transfer project. [4]
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SMO7322 Unpublished document: Riley, H.. Field Investigators Comments. RCHME Field Investigation, 1998.
- <2> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <3> SEM7190 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-1907. County Series, 2nd Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <4> SEM7987 Digital archive: Historic England. Various. National Record of the Historic Environment (NRHE) entry. 1174187, Extant 15 February 2022.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 84 NE84
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
- NRHE HOB UID (Pastscape): 1174187
- Somerset SMR PRN: 18086
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 8567 4627 (45m by 45m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84NE |
| Civil Parish | PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Feb 15 2022 11:43AM
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