Monument record MDO37477 - Historic lynchets, Allington Hill, Allington.
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Summary
A lynchet encircles Allington Hill. It roughly follows the contours (between 40m and 60m elevation) and encloses an area approximately 34ha in size. It is considered likely to be post medieval or modern in date. Several other lynchets lie to the north-east and east of the hill. The features were digitally plotted from lidar imagery during the Marshwood Vale NMP project.
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Full Description
lynchet encircles Alliington Hill. It roughly follows the contours (between 40m and 60m elevation) and encloses an area approximately 34ha in size. It is considered likely to be post medieval or modern in date. Several other lynchets lie to the north-east and east of the hill. The features were digitally plotted from lidar imagery during the Marshwood Vale NMP project. (1-2)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <2> SDO13148 Aerial Photograph: Environment Agency. 2010. Lidar DTM. s.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 45733 93310 (point) (216 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY49SE |
| Civil Parish | Allington; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 24 2019 2:14PM
