MEM22397 - Post-medieval well or springhead at Lower East Lyn (Monument)

Summary

The remains of a well or springhead have been noted to the south of Lower East Lyn Farmstead.

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Full Description

At Lower East Lyn, a small stone building some 30 metres south of the farmhouse appears to be a covered well or spring head. A small stone structure at Lower East Lyn, probably to shelter a spring, is in need of restoration.[1] "Spring" marked on the 2022 MasterMap data. [2] The stone structure is mentioned in the 2015 Exmoor Farmsteads Conservation Area Appraisal. [3]

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Report: Fisher, J.. 2005. Exmoor Farmsteads: Conservation Area Appraisal. Exmoor National Park Authority. 8, 15, 16.
  • <2>XY Map: Ordnance Survey. 2022. MasterMap data. 1:2,500. [Mapped feature: #48353 ]
  • <3> Report: Pratt, N.. 2018. Exmoor Farmsteads Conservation Area: appraisal document. Exmoor National Park Authority. EL7, p 14, Figure 12.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 7344 4810 (point)
Map sheet SS74NW
Civil Parish LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Nov 21 2022 3:11PM

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