MEM25424 - Late prehistoric ring cairn on Ilkerton Ridge (Monument)
Summary
A ring cairn was noted during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. It was in the form of a spread circular bank with an off centre internal mound to the north.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
SS 7209 4474. A ring cairn in the form of a spread circular bank with an off centre internal mound to the north was noted on Ilkerton Ridge during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. The feature was measured as 14 metres in diameter; the bank was 1.6 metres wide and up to 0.6 metres wide, with an internal mound measuring 3.5 metres from north to south, 3 metres east to west and 0.3 metres high. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SEM341385 Report: Riley, H.. 2022. Walkover survey on Ilkerton Ridge, Lynton and Lynmouth, Devon, Exmoor National Park: Project report. Hazel Riley. p 15, IR039. [Mapped feature: #48260 IR039]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7209 4474 (point) GPS Survey |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS74SW |
| Civil Parish | LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Nov 10 2022 10:45AM
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