MSO12320 - Cropmark boundaries west of Nurcott (Monument)

Summary

Linear cropmarks forming no clear pattern.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

Aerial photographs show several linear cropmarks forming no clear pattern although there is a suggestion of one or two curving enclosures. [1] LiDAR imagery shows a pair of roughly north-south aligned relict field boundaries, one of which corresponds with a boundary depicted on the first edition ordnance survey map, and the other is continuous with the boundary to the north. [2-3] This record was enhanced by Cornwall HER for the Forestry Commission's Project K. [4]

Sources/Archives (4)

  • <1> Aerial photograph: 1996. DAP AAU05, 06.
  • <2> Cartographic materials: Environment Agency. 2020. LiDAR (DTM or DSM).
  • <3> Cartographic materials: Ordnance Survey. 1880s-1890s. First Edition Ordnance Survey 25 inch Map.
  • <4> Index: Cornwall Council. 2025/6. Forestry Commission Project K.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
  • National Park: Exmoor National Park
  • Somerset SMR PRN: 35502

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 9618 3872 (179m by 180m)
Map sheet SS93NE
Civil Parish LUXBOROUGH, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Dec 18 2025 4:08PM

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