MEM25467 - World War Two military training feature on Ilkerton Ridge (Monument)

Summary

An oval mound of peat and stone 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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Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

SS 7149 4558. An oval mound of peat and stone side was noted on the north end of Ilkerton Ridge during field survey following a wildfire in 2022. The mound measured 2.5 metres north to south and 2 metres east to west, and was 0.6 metres high. It was suggested to represent a Second World War military training feature. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Report: Riley, H.. 2022. Walkover survey on Ilkerton Ridge, Lynton and Lynmouth, Devon, Exmoor National Park: Project report. Hazel Riley. p 16, IR097.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)

Map

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Location

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Civil Parish LYNTON AND LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Nov 14 2022 10:54AM

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