MSO10472 - Post-medieval quarry on Thurley Combe (Monument)
Summary
A small quarry, apparently used for roadstone, is shown on historic mapping and is visible as an earthwork.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
A small linear quarry by the roadside. Presumably for roadstone, although a well defined track leads down the combe from it. [1] The quarry is shown on the 1st and 2nd Edition Ordnance Survey maps. [2,3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SMO5308 Verbal communication: Various. Various. Oral Information. Chris Webster, site visit notes, 4 February 2007.
- <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.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
- Somerset SMR PRN: 22798
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 8638 4240 (22m by 23m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84SE |
| Civil Parish | LUCCOMBE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Mar 4 2020 4:00PM
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