MEM25590 - Medieval or post-medieval clearance cairn at Ham Allotment (Monument)

Summary

A rectangular heap of stones representing a field clearance cairn, probably associated with the adjacent enclosure and dating from the medieval or early post medieval period.

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Type and Period (1)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A rectangular heap of stones lies to the west of the enclosure MEM25589. It is 5.8m N/S, 3m E/W and 0.5m high and is a field clearance cairn, probably associated with the adjacent enclosure and dating from the medieval or early post medieval period.[1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1>XY Report: Riley, Hazel. 2023. Archaeological Walkover Survey: Ham Allotment, Cutcombe, Exmoor National Park. South West Peatland Partnership CHA23 Project Report. Hazel Riley. p. 18; CHA230023. [Mapped feature: #48473 ]

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)

Map

Location

Grid reference SS 9004 4077 (point)
Map sheet SS94SW
Civil Parish CUTCOMBE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Nov 11 2024 11:30PM

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