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| HER Number: | MDV29308 |
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| Name: | Charcoal hearth in Cod Wood |
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Summary
One of a number of charcoal burning platforms recorded in Cod Wood during walkover survey in 1985. In woodland, platform measures 4m in diameter. Not recorded in the 2017-18 survey.
Location
| Grid Reference: | SX 793 886 |
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| Map Sheet: | SX78NE |
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| Admin Area | Dartmoor National Park |
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| Civil Parish | Dunsford |
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| District | Teignbridge |
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| Ecclesiastical Parish | MORETONHAMPSTEAD |
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Protected Status
- SHINE: Earthwork remains of a group of probable post-medieval charcoal burners platforms in Cod Wood, Moretonhampstead
Other References/Statuses
- Old DCC SMR Ref: SX78NE/139
- SHINE Candidate (Yes)
Monument Type(s) and Dates
- CHARCOAL BURNING PLATFORM (Constructed, XVIII to Mid 20th Century - 1750 AD (Between) to 1950 AD (Between))
Full description
McCrone, P., 1985, An Archaeological Survey of Some Dartmoor Woodlands, 34, fig 19 (Report - Survey). SDV360479.
(May 1985) One of a number of charcoal burning platforms recorded in Cod Wood during walkover survey in 1985. SX 7935 8863. Charcoal burners hearth measuring 4m in diameter.
Sources / Further Reading
| SDV360479 | Report - Survey: McCrone, P.. 1985. An Archaeological Survey of Some Dartmoor Woodlands. Dartmoor National Park Authority. A4 Comb Bound + Digital. 34, fig 19. [Mapped feature: #139525 ] |
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Associated Monuments: none recorded
Associated Finds: none recorded
Associated Events: none recorded
| Date Last Edited: | May 22 2023 10:26AM |
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