MEM25465 - World War Two military training feature on Ilkerton Ridge (Monument)
Summary
An oval mound with a rectangular hollow in its northwestern side was noted during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. It was suggested to represent a Second World War military training feature.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
SS 7152 4559. An oval mound with a rectangular hollow in its northwestern side was noted on the north end of Ilkerton Ridge during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. The mound measured 5.6 metres northeast to southwest and 2.6 metres southeast to northwest, and was 0.6 metres high. It was suggested to represent a Second World War military training feature. [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 16, IR095. [Mapped feature: #48310 IR095]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 7152 4559 (point) GPS Survey |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS74NW |
| Civil Parish | LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Nov 14 2022 10:50AM
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