Monument record MWX3982 - Post medieval chalk pit, Newlands Farm, West Lulworth
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Summary
An old chalk pit marked on the first edition OS map. A pit is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs to the south-east of Newlands Farm. It is considered likely to be the remains of the post medieval chalk pit described above.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
An old chalk pit marked on the first edition OS map (1), also marked on the second edition (2).
A pit is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs to the south-east of Newlands Farm (3). It is considered likely to be the remains of the post medieval chalk pit described above. This feature was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset). It is still visible as an earthwork on the most recent comprehensive aerial images available to the project.
Sources/Archives (3)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 81336 80857 (132m by 57m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY88SW |
| Civil Parish | West Lulworth; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 6 025 093
Record last edited
Oct 4 2013 10:23AM
