Monument record MDO49291 - Post medieval chalk quarry, Saunders Farm, Mappowder
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Summary
A post medieval quarry is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery to the north of Saunder Farm, Mappowder. It is associated with the lime kiln described in MDO4265. It was digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A post medieval quarry is marked on the OS 1st edition map to the south of Castle Lane, Buckland Newton (1). It is associated with a lime kiln (described in MDO575). The quarry was much expanded in the early 20th century and is visible as earthworks on lidar imagery (2). It covers an area of over 2.7 hectares and was digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project.
<1> Ordnance Survey, Ordnance Survey 25-inch map, epoch 1 (Map). SDO10239.
<2> Environment Agency, 16-NOV-2021, LIDAR Environment Agency DTM (Aerial Photograph). SDO18034.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 7427 0563 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST70NW |
| Civil Parish | Mappowder; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 24 2025 7:58PM
