Monument record MDO31448 - Post medieval or early modern chalk pit, West Hill, Corfe Castle
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Summary
A pit is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs of West Hill, Corfe Castle taken in 1945. It is considered likely to be the remains of a post medieval or early modern chalk pit. This feature was digitally plotted during the Wild Purbeck Mapping Project.
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Full Description
A pit is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs of West Hill, Corfe Castle taken in 1945 (1). It is considered likely to be the remains of a post medieval or early modern chalk pit. This feature was digitally plotted during the Wild Purbeck Mapping Project.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO13654 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 14-MAR-1945. RAF 106G/LA/194 257-58.
Finds (0)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 9558 8249 (66m by 18m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY98SE |
| Civil Parish | Corfe Castle; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 6 2014 3:31PM
