Monument record MDO37996 - Prehistoric enclosure, Coombe Farm, Beaminster
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Summary
The probable site of a prehistoric ditched enclosure is visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs to the north of Coombe Farm. It is rectilinear, 45m across and was digitally plotted during the Marshwood Vale NMP.
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Full Description
The probable site of a prehistoric ditched enclosure is visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs to the north of Coombe Farm (1). It is rectilinear, 45m across and was digitally plotted during the Marshwood Vale NMP. The site lies on a ridge just over 1km ro the southeast of the prehistoric enclosures described in MDO37969. A large pit, possibly of much later date cuts into the northern enclosing ditch.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO14557 Aerial Photograph: Ordnance Survey. 14-JUN-1970. OS OS/70215 003-4.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 49786 00002 (point) (4 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST40SE |
| Civil Parish | Beaminster; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 25 2019 2:53PM
