Monument record MDO29015 - Possible historic fish trap, Long Island, Corfe Castle
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Summary
A sub-rectangular hollow is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs of marshland on the eastern side of Long Island. It is of uncertain date and function. It is considered possible it could be associated with historic fishing activities in this area, perhaps the remains of a fish trap or store.
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Full Description
A sub-rectangular hollow, approximately 2.1m x 3.8m, is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs of marshland on the eastern side of Long Island (1). It is of uncertain date and function. It is considered possible it could be associated with historic fishing activities in this area, perhaps the remains of a fish trap or store. This feature was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
<1> Channel Coastal Observatory, 15-OCT-2010, CCO Aerial Photographic Coverage 2009 (Aerial Photograph). SDO12622.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO12622 Aerial Photograph: Channel Coastal Observatory. 15-OCT-2010. CCO Aerial Photographic Coverage 2009.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 9881 8805 (3m by 5m) (4 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY98NE |
| Civil Parish | Corfe Castle; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 5 2013 10:15AM
