MEM25418 - World War Two military training site west of Thornworthy (Monument)
Summary
A subrectangular embanked hollow 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 7133 4568. A subrectangular embanked hollow was noted during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. The hollow measures 8 metres north to south, 8.5 metres east to west and 0.4 metres deep, with a bank measuring 0.5 metres high and 2 metres wide. The hollow was suggested to represent a military training site dating to the Second World War and was noted to be visible on aerial photographs dating to 1952. [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, IR020. [Mapped feature: #48253 IR020]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7133 4568 (point) GPS Survey |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS74NW |
| Civil Parish | LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Nov 9 2022 4:25PM
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