MEM25441 - Medieval or post-medieval turf stack on Ilkerton Ridge (Monument)

Summary

A small circular peaty mound on the edge of an area of turbary was noted during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. It was suggested to represent the remains of a turf stack of medieval or post-medieval date.

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Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

SS 7195 4447. A small circular peaty mound on the edge of an area of turbary was noted on the western side of Ilkerton Ridge during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. The mound was measured as 2 metres in diameter and 0.5 metres high. The mound was suggested to represent a medieval or post-medieval turf stack. [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, IR059. [Mapped feature: #48276 IR059]

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 7193 4450 (point) GPS Survey
Map sheet SS74SW
Civil Parish LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Nov 10 2022 11:42AM

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