MEM15455 - Undated bank and ditch defined trackway in Churchway Hams Wood (Monument)
Summary
Please read the Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record caveat document.
Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A broad bank and ditch defined trackway. At its eastern end this track intersects a second trackway which continues upslope in a eastnortheast direction, towards the junction of Winsley Wood and Little Comfort Wood. The flanking banks contain large blocks of stone, and incorporate a hedge bank that defines the northern extent of Churchway Hams Wood (MEM15462). [1, 2] This is not visible on the 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map and was presumebly disused prior to the survey. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1>XY SEM6772 Report: Cannell, J.. 2003. Exmoor Iron, Sherracombe Ford 2002-2003: Area Reconnaissance Survey - 2. p 10, 13. [Mapped feature: #35322 ]
- <2> SEM7353 Monograph: Cannell, J.. 2005. The Archaeology of Woodland Exploitation in the Greater Exmoor Area in the Historic Period. Archaeopress BAR British Series. p 55-66.
- <3> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1868-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
External Links (0)
Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 711 355 (456m by 80m) (Approximate) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73NW |
| Civil Parish | BRAYFORD, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Sep 8 2020 10:29AM
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