Monument record MDO49714 - Dorsetshire Gap trackways, Melcombe Horsey
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Summary
The junction of a number of ancient trackways known as the Dorsetshire Gap is located to the north of Aldermore Copse, Melcombe Horsey. The trackways converge on a natural gap in the steep ridge between Nordon Hill to the east and Nettlecombe Tout to the west. They are visible as earthworks on lidar imagery and were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project.
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Full Description
The junction of a number of ancient trackways known as the Dorsetshire Gap is located to the north of Aldermore Copse, Melcombe Horsey. The trackways converge on a natural gap in the steep ridge between Nordon Hill to the east and Nettlecombe Tout to the west. They are visible as earthworks on lidar imagery and were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project. (Environment Agency 2023)
<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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Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 7434 0311 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST70SW |
| Civil Parish | Piddletrenthide; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 29 2025 7:34PM
