MEM25207 - Post-medieval rectangular hollow northwest of Leigh Mill (Monument)

Summary

A narrow rectangular hollow noted during field investigation and visible on historic mapping. It may be a saw pit, or it may be associated with Leigh Mill.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A narrow rectangular hollow lies on the S side of the leat for Leigh Mill at ST 0244 3553. It is 6.7 by 2 by 1.3 metres. Although the hollow is obscured with vegetation, there appears to be no trace of a stone lining or any other features. It may be a saw pit, or it may be associated with Leigh Mill (MSO11515). [1] The feature is depicted on the 1st edition Ordnance Survey map. [2] This record was enhanced as part of the National Record of the Historic Environment to Exmoor National Park Historic Environment Record data transfer project. [3]

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Unpublished document: Riley, H.. Field Investigators Comments. RCHME Field Investigation, 1998.
  • <2> Map: Ordnance Survey. 1854-1901. County Series; 1st Edition 25 Inch Map. 1:2500. 1890, Somerset 47(15).
  • <3>XY Digital archive: Historic England. Various. National Record of the Historic Environment (NRHE) entry. 1185148, Added 30 May 2022. [Mapped feature: #47973 ]

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Unassessed)
  • National Monuments Record reference: ST 03 NW54
  • NRHE HOB UID (Pastscape): 1185148

Map

Location

Grid reference ST 0244 3553 (point)
Map sheet ST03NW
Civil Parish OLD CLEEVE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

May 30 2022 4:41PM

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