MEM25260 - Possible Mesolithic site south of Pinkworthy Pond (Monument)
Summary
A potential hearth of prehistoric date, possibly Mesolithic, was noted in an eroding section during a guided walk in 2014.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A feature was identified during a guided walk on 7 May 2014 in a cross section created by a recent collapse, with layers of charcoal visible. A zone of heated substrate suggested in situ heating, and was thought to represent a hearth of c. 1 metres diameter. The stratigraphy suggested the site may predate tree clearance on the slopes, and its position in a steep narrow valley suggests a potential Mesolithic date. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SEM341292 Unpublished document: Bray, L.S.. 2014. Another Farley Hill?. [Mapped feature: #48059 ]
External Links (0)
Other Statuses/References
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7220 4199 (point) GIS file supplied |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS74SW |
| Civil Parish | EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jul 27 2022 11:29AM
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