Monument record MDO49298 - Medieval ridge and furrow, Lower Thurnwood Farm, Mappowder

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Summary

Parallel earthworks are visible on lidar imagery to the south of Chaston Lane, Mappowder. The features were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project and considered likely to be the remains of medieval ridge and furrow. They cover an area of 1 hectare.

Map

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Full Description

Parallel earthworks are visible on lidar imagery in the parkland to the east of Mappowder Court, Mappowder. The features were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project and considered likely to be the remains of medieval ridge and furrow. (1)


<1> Environment Agency, 16-NOV-2021, LIDAR Environment Agency DTM (Aerial Photograph). SDO18034.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Aerial Photograph: Environment Agency. 16-NOV-2021. LIDAR Environment Agency DTM.

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Location

Grid reference Not recorded
Map sheet Not recorded
Civil Parish Mappowder; Dorset

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Oct 25 2025 7:46PM

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