Monument record MWX3994 - Post medieval chalk pit, Rings Hill, Tyneham
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Summary
Post medieval chalk pit marked on the first and second edition OS maps. A pit is visible as an earthwork at this location on aerial photographs. It is considered likely to be the remains of the post medieval chalk pit mentioned 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 map (2).
A pit is visible as an earthwork at this location on aerial photographs (3). It is considered likely to be the remains of the post medieval chalk pit mentioned 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.
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Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 87087 80985 (116m by 36m) (3 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY88SE |
| Civil Parish | Steeple with Tyneham; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 6 022 060
Record last edited
Sep 12 2014 1:02PM
