MEM23943 - Post-medieval drainage cut on the eastern edge of Burcombe (Monument)
Summary
A post medieval drainage cut running northeast to southwest was possibly generated by the mine workings recorded as MSO7065.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
A probable drainage ditch following the north side of the combe was noted by Cornwall Council during a walkover survey of Burcombe and Wester Emmetts. It is cut by, and therefore pre-dates, the iron workings recorded by MSO7065. [1] A drainage cut was discovered on the eastern edge of Burcombe by the Mires officer. It could be connected to the other prospecting monuments on Burcombe related to the mine workings. [2]
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SEM8121 Report: Kirkham, G. and Taylor, S.. 2012. Burcombe and Wester Emmetts, Exmoor: Archaeological Survey. Cornwall County Council Historic Environment Service (Projects). p9.
- <2> SEM8436 Report: Bray, L.S.. 2014. Archaeological walkover surveys on Burcombe: May - October, 2012. Exmoor National Park Authority. p12.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- Mires Feature Reference (Monument): EBC12(8)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7583 3784 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73NE |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Jun 15 2022 4:23PM
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