Monument record MDO31261 - Early 20th century chalk pits or shell holes, Stonehill Down, Church Knowle
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Summary
A group of approximately 80 small pits are visible as earthworks and bare soil on aerial photographs on Stonehill Down, Church Knowle. They are possibly shell holes associated with Second World War military activity or chalk pits.
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Full Description
A group of approximately 80 small pits are visible as earthworks and bare soil on aerial photographs on Stonehill Down, Church Knowle (1). They are possibly shell holes associated with Second World War military activity or chalk pits. The features are no longer visible as low earthworks on the most recent Google Earth imagery. The site was digitally plotted during the Wild Purbeck NMP.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO13623 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 12-MAY-1946. RAF 3G/TUG/UK206 PTI 5017-8.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 92419 81991 (point) (81 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY98SW |
| Civil Parish | Church Knowle; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 22 2014 1:28PM