Monument record MDO21539 - Eggardon Ridge: enclosure

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Summary

The northen and eastern sides of a possible univallate enclosure are visible as cropmarks and low earthworks on aerial photographs on the crest of Eggardon Hill. This is considered likely to be prehistoric (Iron Age?) in origin.

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Full Description

The northen and eastern sides of a possible univallate enclosure are visible as cropmarks and low earthworks on aerial photographs on the crest of Eggardon Hill. This is considered likely to be prehistoric (Iron Age?) in origin. {1}

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 22-JAN-1948. RAF/CPE/UK/2431 4148-49.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SY 5717 9366 (142m by 57m) (3 map features)
Map sheet SY59SE
Civil Parish Compton Valence; Dorset
Unitary Authority Dorset

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Mar 20 2012 11:34AM

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