Monument record MDO30278 - Post medieval extractive pits, Highwood Heath, East Stoke
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Summary
Three pits are visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs of the northern end of Highwood Heath. They are considered likely to be the remains of post medieval extractive pits, although there is potential that some may have earlier, medieval or prehistoric origins.
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Full Description
Three pits are visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs of the northern end of Highwood Heath (1-2). They are considered likely to be the remains of post medieval extractive pits, although there is potential that some may have earlier, medieval or prehistoric origins. These features were digitally plotted during the Wild Purbeck Mapping Project.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 8705 8556 (181m by 77m) (6 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY88NE |
| Civil Parish | East Stoke; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 13 2014 11:26AM