Monument record MDO42137 - Post medieval chalk pits, Maiden Newton
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Summary
A group of rounded hollows is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery on the east-facing slopes to the south of Chammen's Hill, Maiden Newton. They are considered likely to be post medieval chalk pits and were digitally plotted during the Upper Frome and Sydling Valley AIM project.
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Full Description
A group of rounded hollows is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery on the east-facing slopes to the south of Chammen's Hill, Maiden Newton [1]. They are considered likely to be post medieval chalk pits and were digitally plotted during the Upper Frome and Sydling Valley AIM project.
<1> Environment Agency, XX-XXX-2019, LIDAR Environment Agency Composite LAST RETURN (Photograph). SDO16524.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO16524 Photograph: Environment Agency. XX-XXX-2019. LIDAR Environment Agency Composite LAST RETURN.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 5949 9609 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY59NE |
| Civil Parish | Maiden Newton; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 27 2020 10:00AM
