Monument record MDO84 - Prehistoric field system at Barcombe, Alton Pancras
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Summary
Modified 'celtic' fields cover 15 acres of the SW slopes of Church Hill, N.E. of Barcombe Farm. Early pattern of squarish fields have been over-laid by long fields. Evidence of ploughing probably Medieval.
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Full Description
Modified 'Celtic' fields cover 15 acres of the south west slope of Church Hill, north east of Barcombe Farm on chalk between 500ft and 600 feet OD. An early pattern of squarish fields have been over-laid by long field, in one case measuring 180 yards by 30 yards. Other ploughing, probably medieval, has further altered the plan.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO136 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historic Monuments. 1970. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume III (Central) Part 2. 2. 327.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 7020 0330 (point) Centred on |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST70SW |
| Civil Parish | Alton Pancras; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 003 022 A
- Royal Commission Inventory Reference: Celtic Field Group 41
Record last edited
Feb 26 2019 10:19AM
