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Summary

Brisworthy. Well preserved dome-shaped potato cave in what is now a substantial linear bank on the west side of small stream. The entrance is facing approx south and is partially blocked so that there is a sloping surface into the cave. There is no stonework associated with the cave - it is dug out of the subsoil in traditional manner. Approx measurements front to back 3m, 2m wide, 1.5m high (worksheet).

Location

Protected Status: none recorded

Other References/Statuses

• Old DCC SMR Ref: SX56NE/222

Monument Type(s) and Dates

• HULL (Early Medieval to Post Medieval - 1066 AD (Between) to 1750 AD (Between))

Full description

Untitled Source (Migrated Record). SDV232667.

Des=worksheet/parish file. Brisworthy. Well preserved dome-shaped potato cave in what is now a substantial linear bank on the west side of small stream. The entrance is facing approx south and is partially blocked so that there is a sloping surface into the cave. There is no stonework associated with the cave - it is dug out of the subsoil in traditional manner. Approx measurements front to back 3m, 2m wide, 1.5m high (worksheet).

Gerrard, S., 1993-2010, Monument Protection Programme Alternative Action Report (Report - non-specific). SDV145710.

(c.2002) Very small example associated with a existing use. Considered under MPP but not recommended for scheduling.

Sources / Further Reading

Associated Monuments

Associated Finds: none recorded

Associated Events: none recorded

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