MEM25592 - Medieval or post-medieval clearance cairn at Ham Allotment (Monument)
Summary
A moss covered heap of stones lies within the strip lynchets to the south of the deserted settlement in Mansley Combe. It represents a field clearance cairn of medieval or post-medieval date.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A moss covered heap of stones lies within the strip lynchets to the south of the deserted settlement in Mansley Combe. It is sub-rectangular and measures 1.8m N/S, 2.1m E/W and is 0.6m high.This is a field clearance cairn; it could be associated with the working of the strip lynchets but is more likely to be associated with the boundary MEM25594, dating from the early post medieval use of the area in the 16th and 17th centuries.[1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SEM341421 Report: Riley, Hazel. 2023. Archaeological Walkover Survey: Ham Allotment, Cutcombe, Exmoor National Park. South West Peatland Partnership CHA23 Project Report. Hazel Riley. p.19; CHA230026. [Mapped feature: #48540 ]
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Other Statuses/References
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 9028 4044 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS94SW |
| Civil Parish | CUTCOMBE, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Record last edited
Nov 11 2024 10:21PM
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