MEM22118 - Animal pen southwest of West Ilkerton Farmhouse (Monument)
Summary
The remains of an animal pen in the southwest corner of hospital field.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A small animal pen is defined by stone faced banks in the southwest corner of a meadow. [1] The meadow is known locally as hospital field, apparently due to the curative powers of the pasture. [2] A structure is shown in this location on the 1st and 2nd Edition Ordnance Survey maps. [3,4]
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SEM1 Verbal communication: Various. Various. ENPA archaeologist field visit. Rob Wilson-North, July 2011.
- <2> SMO5308 Verbal communication: Various. Various. Oral Information. Mr. C. Eveleigh.
- <3> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1854-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <4> SEM7190 Map: Ordnance Survey. County Series; 2nd Edition (1st Revision) 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 7032 4643 (24m by 19m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS74NW |
| Civil Parish | LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Apr 27 2023 3:46PM
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