Monument record MDO50456 - Post medieval extractive pits, Winterbourne Clenston
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Summary
Two hollows are visible as earthworks on lidar imagery in field to the east of Whatcombe Wood, Winterborne Clenston. 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
Two hollows are visible as earthworks on lidar imagery in field to the east of Whatcombe Wood, Winterborne Clenston. 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 8294 0290 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST80SW |
| Civil Parish | Winterborne Clenston; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 11 2026 7:19PM
