Monument record MWX258 - Field systems, Burton Bradstock
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Summary
Possible Medieval strip lynchets and prob. Post-medieval ridge and furrow
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
(SY 50158918) A: strip lynchets. (B: 50158895) (C: 50168881) B & C : rig and furrow ploughing. In area A there are three N-S lynchets, averaging 0.5m. high and 1.5m. wide. They are parallel and spaced at intervals of approximately 22.0m. To the S. of these lynchets in areas B and C is narrow rig and direction. B & C are bounded by modern hedge banks and within the field proper are delimited by a lynchet like scarp 0.4m. high, with traces of an outer ditch. B is separated from A by a low field bank. All the areas are grass covered. While A appears to represent field strips of probable medieval origin, the rig and furrow seems likely to be of post medieval date. It was practised in Dorset in the 18th century and in places in the 19th century. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO11903 Unpublished document: Quinnell, N V. Various. Field Investigators Comments NVQ. 25-APR-55.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 50374 89066 (448m by 231m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY58NW |
| Civil Parish | Burton Bradstock; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 022 070
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 58 NW 9
Record last edited
Feb 24 2012 2:31AM