Monument record MWX5008 - Durlston Head and Anvil Point: Measured Mile Beacons
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Summary
Measured mile beacons are noted on the index chart of the Hydrographic Office linked to survey C5241 and on modern admiralty charting. The measured mile beacons survive as structures and are visible on recent aerial photographs.
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Full Description
Two sets of beacons are noted on the index chart for surveys used by the Hydrographic Office and on modern charting. When visual in line they mark the beginning and end of a 'measured mile' used for ship sea trails (1)
The measured mile beacons survive as structures and are visible on recent aerial photographs. One set of two beacons are located to the north west of Tilly Whim Caves. The second set are located approximately 640 m to the east of Blackers Hole. (2-5) This site was digitally plotted during the South west Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SWX9365 Unpublished document: Hydrographic Office. 1880. Portland to Owers Survey Index Chart.
- <2> SDO12867 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 15-MAR-1950. NMR SZ 0276/18 RAF 541/461 0065-6.
- <3> SDO12868 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 15-MAR-1950. NMR SZ 0176/8 RAF 541/461 0053.
- <4> SDO12861 Aerial Photograph: XX-XXX-2005. Google Earth.
- <5> SDO12633 Aerial Photograph: Google Earth. 01-JUN-2012. Google Earth 2012.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 02165 76943 (1871m by 297m) (9 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ07NW |
| Civil Parish | Swanage; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: wx5008
Record last edited
Dec 3 2013 2:55PM
