Monument record MDO37557 - Historic extractive pit, Milvers Lane, Shipton Gorge
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Summary
A hollow is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery on the crest of the hill to the lane connecting Long Lane with Burbitt Lane. The feature is 62m across and possibly the site of a medieval or later extractive pit although a natural origin cannot be ruled out. The site was digitally plotted during the Marshwood Vale NMP project.
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Full Description
A hollow is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery on the crest of the hill to the lane connecting Long Lane with Burbitt Lane. The feature is 62m across and possibly the site of a medieval or later extractive pit although a natural origin cannot be ruled out. The site was digitally plotted during the Marshwood Vale NMP project. (1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO14118 Aerial Photograph: Environment Agency. 2012. Lidar DTM. sy4891nw_dtm_50cm.asc and sy4891ne_dtm_50cm.asc.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 48636 91737 (point) (2 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 2:29PM
