Monument record MDO49921 - Post medieval extractive pits, Thomas's Hill, Hilton
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Summary
Three hollows are visible as earthworks on lidar imagery scattered along the top of ridge running to the south of Hilton Hill Buildings, Hilton. They are considered likely to be post medieval extractive pits (possibly for chalk) and were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project.
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Full Description
Three hollows are visible as earthworks on lidar imagery scattered along the top of ridge running to the south of Hilton Hill Buildings, Hilton. They are considered likely to be post medieval extractive pits (possibly for chalk) and were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project.(EA 2023).
<1> Environment Agency, 16-NOV-2021, LIDAR Environment Agency DTM (Aerial Photograph). SDO18034.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO18034 Aerial Photograph: Environment Agency. 16-NOV-2021. LIDAR Environment Agency DTM.
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 7906 0309 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST70SE |
| Civil Parish | Hilton; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Dec 20 2025 6:31PM
