MSO7215 - Post-medieval extractive pit on Exton Hill (Monument)
Summary
A probable post-medieval extractive pit, visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs taken in 1947.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A sub-circular pit, less than 10m across which is probably a post-medieval extractive pit is visible on vertical aerial photographs on Exton Hill. [1,2] This record was enhanced as part of the National Record of the Historic Environment to Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record data transfer project. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SMO4068 Aerial photograph: Various. Various. Vertical Aerial Photograph. RAF CPE/UK/1944 2155-6 (23 January 1947).
- <2> SMO6670 Collection: RCHME: Brendon Hills Mapping Project, SS93SW.
- <3> SEM7987 Digital archive: Historic England. Various. National Record of the Historic Environment (NRHE) entry. 1133835, Extant 9 May 2022.
External Links (1)
- http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1133835 (Original Monarch entry: 1133835)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 93 SW68
- NRHE HOB UID (Pastscape): 1133835
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 9319 3460 (19m by 24m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS93SW |
| Civil Parish | EXTON, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
May 9 2022 9:31PM
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