Monument record MDO2160 - Medieval strip lynchets at High Sun Corner, Poxwell

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Summary

Parallel linear earthworks much reduced by ploughing are thought likely to be medieval strip lynchets, part of the medieval open field system of the parish.

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Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1968. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1967. 89. 135-139.
  • <2> Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1970. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume II (South East) Part 2. 263.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SY 751 845 (253m by 205m)
Map sheet SY78SE
Civil Parish Poxwell; Dorset
Unitary Authority Dorset

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 092 010 J

Record last edited

Dec 10 2021 2:55PM

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