Monument record MDO29109 - Medieval or post medieval field system, west of Tilly Whim Caves, Swanage
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Summary
Medieval or post medieval system strip lynchets are visible on recent lidar imagery to the west of Tilly Whim Caves, Durlston.
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Full Description
Medieval or post medieval system strip lynchets are visible on recent lidar imagery to the west of Tilly Whim Caves, Durlston. The earthworks consist of an area of curving ridges oriented approximately east-west, visible over an area measuring 175 m by 105 m. (1-2) This site was digitally plotted during the South west Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
<1> Channel Coastal Observatory, 30-NOV-2009, Lidar SZ0277SE (Aerial Photograph). SDO12841.
<2> Channel Coastal Observatory, 30-NOV-2009, Lidar SZ0377SW (Aerial Photograph). SDO12837.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 0308 7707 (178m by 107m) (15 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ07NW |
| Civil Parish | Swanage; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 22 2015 2:54PM
