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HER Number:MDV131054
Name:Structures at base of Abbotsham Cliff

Summary

Documentary source states there were structures at the base of the cliff, possibly used in shellfish processing. Possibly 19th century date.

Location

Grid Reference:SS 410 278
Map Sheet:SS42NW
Admin AreaDevon
Civil ParishAbbotsham
DistrictTorridge

Protected Status: none recorded

Other References/Statuses

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: ND

Monument Type(s) and Dates

  • BUILDING (XVIII to XIX - 1800 AD to 1899 AD (Between))

Full description

Collings, A. G. + Manning, P. T. + Valentin, J., 2007, The North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Phase 1. Archaeological Survey. Summary Report, 2478 (Report - Assessment). SDV339712.

There are said to have been structures at the base of the cliff, possibly used in shellfish processing (citing Lauder n.d. 14-15).

Sources / Further Reading

SDV339712Report - Assessment: Collings, A. G. + Manning, P. T. + Valentin, J.. 2007. The North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Phase 1. Archaeological Survey. Summary Report. Exeter Archaeology Report. 06.22 (rev.1). A4 Stapled + Digital. 2478. [Mapped feature: #132125 ]

Associated Monuments

MDV131052Related to: Buildings on Abbotsham Cliff (Building)
MDV122170Related to: Swimming Pool, Abbotsham, Devon (Monument)

Associated Finds: none recorded

Associated Events: none recorded


Date Last Edited:Jul 29 2021 9:45AM