Monument record MDO37548 - Post medieval quarry, Eldon Hill, Shipton Gorge
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Summary
An old quarry is marked on the OS 1st edition map on the southern side of Eldon Hill. It is visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1948 and appears to have since been partially infilled. The site was digitally plotted during the Marshwood Vale NMP project.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
An old quarry is marked on the OS 1st edition map on the southern side of Eldon Hill. It is visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1948 and appears to have since been partially infilled. The site was digitally plotted during the Marshwood Vale NMP project.(1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO14113 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 22-JAN-1948. RAF/CPE/UK/2431 3160-1.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 49195 92289 (point) (59 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY49SE |
| Civil Parish | Shipton Gorge; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 24 2019 2:28PM