Monument record MDO39354 - Post medieval drainage system, Struan Gardens, Ashley Heath, St Leonards and St Ives

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Summary

Parallel ridging associated with drainage ditches of probable late 19th century or early 20th century origin are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1945 on Ashley Heath. The system has since been destroyed by 20th century housing. The features were digitally plotted during the Dorset Stour NMP.

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Full Description

Parallel ridging associated with drainage ditches of probable late 19th century or early 20th century origin are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1945 on Ashley Heath (1). The system has since been destroyed by 20th century housing (2-3). The features were digitally plotted during the Dorset Stour NMP.

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 20-MAR-1945. RAF 106G/LA187 RP 3058-9.
  • <2> Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 31-AUG-1962. RAF 543/1859 F22 0425-6.
  • <3> Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 31-AUG-1962. RAF 543/1859 F22 0422-3.

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Location

Grid reference SU 11930 04733 (point) (10 map features)
Map sheet SU10SW
Civil Parish St Leonards and St Ives; Dorset
Unitary Authority Dorset

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Apr 27 2017 1:25PM

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