Monument record MDO50192 - Medieval or later field boundaries, Abbey Park, Milton Abbey
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Summary
Banked field boundaries are visible as low earthworks on lidar imagery to the east of the abbey gardens, Milton Abbey, Milton Abbas. They are considered likely to be of medieval or later origin and were possibly associated with a field system and deserted settlement levelled during the creation of the landscaped park described in MDO4510, they were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project.
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Full Description
Banked field boundaries are visible as low earthworks on lidar imagery to the east of the abbey gardens, Milton Abbey, Milton Abbas. They are considered likely to be of medieval or later origin and were possibly associated with a field system and deserted settlement levelled during the creation of the landscaped park described in MDO4510, they were digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project.
(EA 2023).
<1> Environment Agency, 15-DEC-2023, LIDAR Environment Agency DTM (Aerial Photograph). SDO20691.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO20691 Aerial Photograph: Environment Agency. 15-DEC-2023. LIDAR Environment Agency DTM.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 7996 0195 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST70SE |
| Civil Parish | Melcombe Horsey; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 3 2026 6:12PM
