Monument record MDO31281 - Medieval or later chalk quarry, Knowle Hill, Church Knowle
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Summary
A chalk pit of medieval or post medieval origin is visible as earthworks on aerial photographs. It is one of a series of chalk pits located on the lower southern slopes of Knowle Hill.
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Full Description
A chalk pit of medieval or post medieval origin is visible as earthworks on aerial photographs. It is one of a series of chalk pits located on the lower southern slopes of Knowle Hill (1). The feature is still visible on the most recent Google Earth imagery. It was digitally plotted during the Wild Purbeck NMP.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO13628 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 04-NOV-1946. RAF/CPE/UK/1821 2411-12.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 94309 82206 (point) |
|---|---|
| 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 23 2014 11:36AM