Monument record MDO29003 - Possible historic extractive pit, Ower Heath, Corfe Castle
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Summary
An oval pit is visible as a cropmark on aerial photographs of Ower Heath. It is considered likely to be the remains of an extractive pit of probable medieval or post medieval date. It appears to be surrounded by extensive spoil remains.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
An oval pit, approximately 7.3m x 9.8m, is visible as a cropmark on aerial photographs of Ower Heath (1). It is considered likely to be the remains of an extractive pit of probable medieval or post medieval date. It appears to be surrounded by extensive spoil remains. This feature was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset). It is not visible on the most recent comprehensive imagery available to the project (2).
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 9957 8594 (105m by 89m) (8 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY98NE |
| Civil Parish | Corfe Castle; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 2 2013 1:45PM