MEM22627 - Undated depression on The Chains (Monument)

A shallow and irregular oval depression was noted during a non-intrustive walkover survey of the proposed mire restoration area on The Chains, undertaken by South West Archaeology as part of the Exmoor Mires Project. There is the hint of a raised berm on the downslope side. [1] The Historic Environment Officer for the Exmoor Mires Project undertook a non-intrustive walkover survey of the proposed mire restoration area on The Chains, which included this site. Noted was a shallow and irregular oval depression measuring 3 metres by 3 metres, with a hint of a raised berm on the downslope side. This is of uncertain origin and date. [2]