MEM24679 - Post-medieval quarry in Conygar Wood (Monument)
Summary
The quarry is shown on historic mapping.
Please read the Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record caveat document.
Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
The 25 inch 1st and 2nd Edition Ordnance Survey maps depict and label and old quarry at SS 9892 4425. [1,2] The quarry is shown on 2018 MasterMap data in a similar shape and labelled as a disused quarry. [3] The quarry is mentioned in the 2018 Conservation Area Appraisal for Dunster as a potential source of stone for the settlement. [4]
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SEM6703 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1854-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <2> SEM7190 Map: Ordnance Survey. County Series; 2nd Edition (1st Revision) 25 Inch Map. 1:2500.
- <3>XY SEM8545 Map: Ordnance Survey. 2018. MasterMap. [Mapped feature: #46167 ]
- <4> SEM8697 Report: Pratt, N. and Thurlow, T.. 2018. Dunster Conservation Area: appraisal document. Exmoor National Park Authority. p 60.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SS 9893 4426 (56m by 39m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS94SE |
| Civil Parish | DUNSTER, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Sep 5 2022 3:01PM
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