Monument record MDO48262 - Post medieval extractive pits, Ashley Barn, Tolpuddle
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Summary
Three hollows are visible as earthworks on lidar imagery to the west of Ashley Barn, Tolpuddle. They are situated within two small coppices marked on the OS 1st edition maps and are considered likely to be post medieval extractive pits. They were digitally recorded during the Dorset Upper Cerne and Piddle AIM Project.
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Full Description
Three hollows are visible as earthworks on lidar imagery to the west of Ashley Barn, Tolpuddle (1). They are situated within two small coppices marked on the OS 1st edition maps and are considered likely to be post medieval extractive pits. They were digitally recorded during the Dorset Upper Cerne and Piddle AIM Project. A fourth hollow, also considered to be an extractive pit, is located to the west immediately adjacent to the Roman road.
<1> Environment Agency, 15-DEC-2023, LIDAR Environment Agency DTM (Aerial Photograph). SDO20691.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO20691 Aerial Photograph: Environment Agency. 15-DEC-2023. LIDAR Environment Agency DTM.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 8068 9529 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY89NW |
| Civil Parish | Tolpuddle; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 20 2024 6:05PM
