Monument record MDO20474 - Waterston Ridge: chalk pits
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Summary
Fifteen hollows are visible as cropmarks and earthworks to the north of Waterston Ridge. They are considered likely to be post medieval chalk pits.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Fifteen hollows are visible as cropmarks and earthworks to the north of Waterston Ridge. Two are marked as 'Old Chalk Pit' on the OS 1st Edition Map. They are all considered likely to be post medieval chalk pits.{1-2}
<1> 08-FEB-2006, NMR SY 7194/10-13 (24169/10-13) (Aerial Photograph). SDO10686.
<2> Royal Air Force, 22-JAN-1948, RAF/CPE/UK/2431 4125-7 (Aerial Photograph). SDO10683.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 71612 94641 (587m by 321m) (16 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY79SW |
| Civil Parish | Puddletown; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 21 2012 5:56AM
