MEM23952 - Post-medieval extractive pit on the eastern edge of Wester Emmetts (Monument)
Summary
A linear cut aligned east to west, likely associated with mining activity on Burcombe and Wester Emmetts.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A linear cut approximately 15 metres long aligned east to west was noted by Cornwall Council during a walkover survey of Wester Emmetts. It was probabbly originally 1 to 1.5 metres wide but it now substantially silted or infilled. Spoil has been cast downslope to the north., forming a bank 4 metres wide and up to 0.4 metres high. The stony nature of the spoil suggests that this working cut into bedrock. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SEM8121 Report: Kirkham, G. and Taylor, S.. 2012. Burcombe and Wester Emmetts, Exmoor: Archaeological Survey. Cornwall County Council Historic Environment Service (Projects). p19. [Mapped feature: #46669 Figure 3, 28]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
- Mires Feature Reference (Monument) (Wester Emmetts): EWE12(28)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 7473 3790 (24m by 13m) Georeferenced Figure 3 |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS73NW |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Jun 15 2022 4:27PM
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