Monument record MDO39445 - Medieval or later pillow mound, Alderholt Common, Alderholt
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Summary
One of several mounds visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1946 on Alderholt Common. Possible site of a medieval or later pillow mound. The feature was digitally plotted during the Dorset Stour NMP.
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Full Description
One of several mounds visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1946 on Alderholt Common. Possible site of a medieval or later pillow mound. This is the largest of the mounds being `T`shaped, It`s longest axis is 115m long including a circular mound 11m across at it`s southeastern end. It is flanked on all sides by a ditch.The feature was digitally plotted during the Dorset Stour NMP. The site has since been ploughed (2) and the features are no longer visible on recent digital imagery (3).
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Location
| Grid reference | SU 11441 11533 (point) (14 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SU11SW |
| Civil Parish | Alderholt; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 26 2017 11:25AM