MSO11031 - Medieval or post-medieval enclosure southeast of Warren Farm (Monument)

Summary

A small rectangular area is enclosed by two parallel banks. It may represent the remains of a building.

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Type and Period (1)

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Full Description

Two parallel banks 6 paces wide and 14 paces long enclosing a small rectangular area 9 paces wide. Entrance through centre of bank on northwestern side (upslope side). Banks 1 to 1.2 metres high. Possibly the remains of a building as the interior is levelled. [1] Very sheltered, between two rock outcrops. [2]

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Unassigned: SMR file 33170.
  • <2> Verbal communication: Various. 1900-. Somerset County Council / South West Heritage Trust staff comments. E Dennison, 21 March 1984.
  • <3> Report: McDonnell, R.. 1985. Recommendations for the Management of Archaeological Sites in the Exmoor National Park at Warren, Pinford, Tom's Hill and Hayes Allotment. 38 (site 221).

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Unassessed)
  • National Park: Exmoor National Park
  • Somerset SMR PRN: 33170

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 7975 4046 (69m by 74m)
Map sheet SS74SE
Civil Parish EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Jun 2 2021 1:09PM

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