Monument record MDO46069 - Post medieval chalk pits, Spetisbury
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Summary
Two hollows are visible as low earthworks on lidar imagery to the southeast of Tarrant, Spetisbury. They are 20-22m across and are considered likely to be post medieval chalk pits. The southern of the two is surrounded by a ring of spoil. The features were digitally plotted during the Dorset Middle Stour Catchment AI&M Project.
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Full Description
Two hollows are visible as low earthworks on lidar imagery to the southeast of Tarrant, Spetisbury <1>. They are 20-22m across and are considered likely to be post medieval chalk pits. The southern of the two is surrounded by a ring of spoil. The features were digitally plotted during the Dorset Middle Stour Catchment AI&M Project.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO18034 Aerial Photograph: Environment Agency. 16-NOV-2021. LIDAR Environment Agency DTM.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 8951 0160 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST80SE |
| Civil Parish | Spetisbury; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 27 2023 7:39PM
