MEM25412 - Late prehistoric recumbant stone north of Shallowford (Monument)

Summary

A small recumbent stone was noted during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. It was suggested to represent a fallen standing stone of late Neolithic or Bronze Age date.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

SS 71434520. A small recumbent stone north of Shallowford was noted during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. The stone was measured as 0.35 metres long, 0.25 metres wide and 0.1 metres thick. The feature was suggested to represent a fallen standing stone of late Neolithic or Bronze Age date, and may be associated with MEM25411. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1>XY Report: Riley, H.. 2022. Walkover survey on Ilkerton Ridge, Lynton and Lynmouth, Devon, Exmoor National Park: Project report. Hazel Riley. p 15, IR012. [Mapped feature: #48247 IR012]

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 7143 4520 (point) GPS Survey
Map sheet SS74NW
Civil Parish LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Nov 9 2022 3:13PM

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