MSO7958 - Post-medieval mound on Porlock Common (Monument)
Summary
A post-medieval mound on Porlock Common was noted during field survey in 1997. This is thought to be associated with post-medieval peat extraction.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
An irregular mound lies on Porlock Common at SS 85081 44674. It measures 4 metres north to south by 2 metres east to west and is 0.5 metres high. The mound is probably the result of post-medieval peat cutting. It was surveyed by GPS as part of the East Exmoor Project. [1] This record was enhanced as part of the National Record of the Historic Environment to Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record data transfer project. [2]
Sources/Archives (2)
External Links (1)
- http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1091096 (Original Monarch entry: 1091096)
Other Statuses/References
- Exmoor National Park HER Number (now deleted): MSO10190
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Monuments Record reference: SS 84 SE109
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
- NRHE HOB UID (Pastscape): 1091096
- Somerset SMR PRN: 15638
Location
| Grid reference | SS 85080 44673 (point) GPS derived |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84SE |
| Civil Parish | PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Mar 16 2022 3:06PM
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