MEM25420 - World War Two military training site on Thornworthy Common (Monument)

Summary

A small 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 7151 4447. A rectangular hollow was noted on Thornworthy Common during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. The hollow was measured as 1.3 metres from east to west, 0.9 metres from north to south and 0.5 metres deep. 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 1946. [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, IR027. [Mapped feature: #48255 IR027]

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 7151 4447 (point) GPS Survey
Map sheet SS74SW
Civil Parish LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Nov 10 2022 9:41AM

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