Monument record MDO49325 - Undated mound, Chaston Farm, Buckland Newton
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Summary
A small round mound, 4m across, is visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1947 to the east of Chaston Lane, Chaston Farm, Buckland Newton. The feature has an outer ditch and whilst of uncertain date and function, may be a post medieval pillow mound. It was digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project and has since been levelled.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
A small round mound, 4m across, is visible as earthworks on aerial photographs taken in 1947 to the east of Chaston Lane, Chaston Farm, Buckland Newton (1). The features has an outer ditch and whilst of uncertain date and function, may be a post medieval pillow mound. It was digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project and has since been levelled. (2)
<1> Royal Air Force, 11-APR-1947, RAF/CPE/UK/1975 2039 (Aerial Photograph). SDO21470.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO21470 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 11-APR-1947. RAF/CPE/UK/1975 2039.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 7196 0577 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST70NW |
| Civil Parish | Buckland Newton; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 28 2025 9:09PM
