Monument record MDO4287 - Ridge and furrow south west of Yardgrove Farm, Marnhull
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Summary
Medieval field system. One of two areas of ridge and furrow visible. The remains of the open field system of the parish.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
'(67) Cultivation remains. The open fields of Marnhull were still in existence in 1634 when North, Middle and South Fields were recorded (S. & D. N. & Q., VI (1899), 147-51). The date of enclosure is unknown but pasture 'lately enclosed' existed in 1655 (S. & D. N. & Q., III (1892-3), 234). All the visible ridge-and-furrow in the parish is of post-enclosure date; it is seen S.W. of Yardgrove Farm (772174) and S. of Firtree Cottage (775189)'. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO146 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1970. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume III (Central) Part 1. 160b.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ST 77239 17440 (206m by 214m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST71NE |
| Civil Parish | Marnhull; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 2 037 067 A
Record last edited
Jan 16 2013 5:50PM