Monument record MDO30243 - Probable late prehistoric defensive earthworks, Worgret Heath, Arne
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Summary
A group of linear banks are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs of Worgret Heath, Arne. They are positioned perpendicular to a probable late prehistoric defensive earthwork (MWX3794) and may be associated with it. Alternatively they could be associated with later historic extractive activities or modern military operations.
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A group of linear banks are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs of Worgret Heath, Arne (1-3). They are positioned perpendicular to a probable late prehistoric defensive earthwork (MWX3794) and may be associated with it. Alternatively they could be associated with later historic extractive activities or modern military operations. These features were digitally plotted during the Wild Purbeck Mapping Project.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 8971 8703 (100m by 140m) (7 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY88NE |
| Civil Parish | Arne; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
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Record last edited
Apr 12 2017 10:08AM