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HER Number:MDV29324
Name:Platform in Steward Wood

Summary

Measures 9m by 4m. The long axis runs along the contour. This is a shallow scoop with no sign of revetting and may be a natural feature. This was the only platform located in Steward Wood.

Location

Grid Reference:SX 770 851
Map Sheet:SX78NE
Admin AreaDartmoor National Park
Civil ParishMoretonhampstead
DistrictTeignbridge
Ecclesiastical ParishMORETONHAMPSTEAD

Protected Status: none recorded

Other References/Statuses

  • Old DCC SMR Ref: SX78NE/155

Monument Type(s) and Dates

  • PLATFORM? (Unknown date)

Full description

McCrone, P., 1985, An Archaeological Survey of Some Dartmoor Woodlands, 7, WC07 (Report - Survey). SDV360479.

Platform - SX 7701 8511
Measures 9m by 4m. The long axis runs along the contour. This is a shallow scoop with no sign of revetting and may be a natural feature. This was the only platform located in Steward Wood.

McCrone, P., 1985, Visit (woodland survey) (Worksheet). SDV281898.

(January 1985) SX 7701 8511 In woodland, measures 9m by 4m oval. Could also be a charcoal burner's hearth or platform for a small house.

Sources / Further Reading

SDV281898Worksheet: McCrone, P.. 1985. Visit (woodland survey). Worksheet. Unknown.
SDV360479Report - Survey: McCrone, P.. 1985. An Archaeological Survey of Some Dartmoor Woodlands. Dartmoor National Park Authority. A4 Comb Bound + Digital. 7, WC07. [Mapped feature: #16260 ]

Associated Monuments: none recorded

Associated Finds: none recorded

Associated Events

  • EDV7430 - Woodland Survey (1985) in Wray Cleave, Sanduck Wood, Caseley Wood, Kings Wood and Fingle Woods

Date Last Edited:Sep 23 2022 4:14PM