Monument record MDO46280 - Post medieval chalk pits, Winterborne Whitechurch
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Summary
Two large hollows are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1947 to the west of St Mary's Church, Winterborne Whitechurch. They are 20-97m across and have since been levelled, the are now being under St Mary's Close. The features are considered likely to be post medieval chalk pits and were digitally plotted during the Dorset Middle Stour Catchment AI&M Project.
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Full Description
Two large hollows are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1947 to the west of St Mary's Church, Winterborne Whitechurch <1>. They are 20-97m across and have since been levelled, the are now being under St Mary's Close. The features are considered likely to be post medieval chalk pits and were digitally plotted during the Dorset Middle Stour Catchment AI&M Project.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO19780 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 17-JAN-1947. RAF/CPE/UK/1934 V 5118.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 8348 0009 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST80SW |
| Civil Parish | Winterborne Whitechurch; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 6 2023 1:18PM