MEM25415 - World War Two military training site north of Shallowford (Monument)
Summary
A small hollow with a spoil mound on its downslope side was noted during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. It was suggested to represent a military training site dating to the Second World War.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
SS 7135 4532. A small hollow with a spoil mound on its downslope side was noted during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. The hollow was measured as 2.5 metres from northwest to southeast, 1 metre from southwest to northeast and 0.9 metres deep; the mound was 2.5 metres northwest to southeast, 2 metres southwest to northeast and 0.9 metres high. The hollow was suggested to represent a military training site dating to the Second World War. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <2>XY SEM341385 Report: Riley, H.. 2022. Walkover survey on Ilkerton Ridge, Lynton and Lynmouth, Devon, Exmoor National Park: Project report. Hazel Riley. p 15, IR0015. [Mapped feature: #48250 IR016]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7135 4530 (point) GPS Survey |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS74NW |
| Civil Parish | LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Nov 9 2022 4:00PM
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