Monument record MDO48808 - 19th or early 20th century chalk pit, Druce Hangings, Puddletown
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Summary
An unannotated hollow is marked on the OS 5th edition map within Druce Hangings, Puddletown. It is considered likely to be a 19th or early 20th century chalk pit and is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery. It was digitally recorded during the Dorset Upper Cerne and Piddle AIM Project; a second pit is visible to the north of the first.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
An unannotated hollow is marked on the OS 5th edition map within Druce Hangings, Puddletown. It is considered likely to be a 19th or early 20th century chalk pit and is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery. It was digitally recorded during the Dorset Upper Cerne and Piddle AIM Project; a second pit is visible to the north of the first. <1-2>
<1> Ordnance Survey, c 1962, Ordnance Survey 1:2500 map, epoch five (Map). SDO13903.
<2> Environment Agency, 15-DEC-2023, LIDAR Environment Agency DTM (Aerial Photograph). SDO20691.
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 7323 9552 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY79NW |
| Civil Parish | Puddletown; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 19 2024 7:52PM
