Monument record MDO3780 - Ridge and furrow north-east of Swainscombe Farm, East Orchard
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Summary
Ridge and furrow, the remains of the medieval open field system. In 1972 the earthworks were described as ridges 5 to 9 yards wide, and extending over a wide area in the central and southern parts of the parish.
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Full Description
<1> Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England), 1972, An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume IV (North), 16 (Monograph). SDO99.
'(12) CULTIVATION REMAINS. Nothing is known of the date of enclosure of the open fields. Remains of ridge-and-furrow, 5 yds. to 9 yds. wide and arranged in interlocking furlongs, extend over a wide area in the central and southern parts of the parish (R.A.F., V.A.P.,CPE/UK 2018: 3178-3208).'
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO99 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1972. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume IV (North). 16.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 840 181 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST81NW |
| Civil Parish | East Orchard; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 2 014 012 B
Record last edited
Nov 13 2012 5:08PM
