Monument record MDO50307 - Post medieval extractive pits, Milton Abbas
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Summary
A linear series of hollows is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery situated between the 120m and 125m contour on the northwest and west facing slopes to the south of Milton Abbas village; 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
A linear series of hollows is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery situated between the 120m and 125m contour on the northwest and west facing slopes to the south of Milton Abbas village; they are considered likely to be post medieval extractive pits (possibly for chalk) and were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM Project.
( EA2023)
<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 Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 8036 0156 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST80SW |
| Civil Parish | Milton Abbas; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 7 2026 5:46PM
