Monument record MDO31277 - Medieval or later chalk quarries, Knowle Hill, Church Knowle
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Summary
An extensive linear series of chalk quarries are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs running from Bare Cross eastwards along the lower southern slopes of Knowle Hill. They are considered to be of medieval or later origin.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
An extensive linear series of chalk quarries are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs running from Bare Cross eastwards along the lower southern slopes of Knowle Hill. They are considered to be of medieval or later origin (1). The features are still visible on the most recent Google Earth imagery. They were digitally plotted during the Wild Purbeck NMP.
<1> Royal Air Force, 04-NOV-1946, RAF/CPE/UK/1821 2413-14 (Aerial Photograph). SDO13483.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO13483 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 04-NOV-1946. RAF/CPE/UK/1821 2413-14.
Finds (0)
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 93322 82077 (point) (18 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY98SW |
| Civil Parish | Church Knowle; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jan 20 2025 10:38AM
