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HER Number: | MDV29480 |
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Name: | Platform in Wray Cleave Wood |
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Summary
Recorded during a walkover survey in 1985, this probable charcoal burning hearth consists of an oval platform measuring 9m by 3m. No visible trace of revetting.
Location
Grid Reference: | SX 773 847 |
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Map Sheet: | SX78SE |
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Admin Area | Dartmoor National Park |
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Civil Parish | Moretonhampstead |
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District | Teignbridge |
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Ecclesiastical Parish | MORETONHAMPSTEAD |
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Protected Status
- SHINE: Earthwork remains of possible charcoal burners' platforms in woods at Wray Cleave
Other References/Statuses
- Old DCC SMR Ref: SX78SE/92
- 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, 7, WC09, fig 3 (Report - Survey). SDV360479.
Platform - SX 7730 8471
Oval area measuring 9m by 3m. No visible trace of revetting.
McCrone, P., 1985, Visit (woodland survey) (Worksheet). SDV281898.
(January 1985) SX 7730 8471 Platform recorded in woodland measuring 9m by 3m. Could also be a charcoal burner's hearth or platform for a small house.
Sources / Further Reading
SDV281898 | Worksheet: McCrone, P.. 1985. Visit (woodland survey). Worksheet. Unknown. [Mapped feature: #139087 ] |
SDV360479 | Report - Survey: McCrone, P.. 1985. An Archaeological Survey of Some Dartmoor Woodlands. Dartmoor National Park Authority. A4 Comb Bound + Digital. 7, WC09, fig 3. |
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Associated Monuments
MDV29470 | Related to: Platform in Wray Cleave Wood (Monument) |
MDV29481 | Related to: Platform in Wray Cleave Wood (Monument) |
Associated Finds: none recorded
Associated Events
- EDV7392 - Archaeological condition survey in Wray Cleave Woods
- EDV7430 - Woodland Survey (1985) in Wray Cleave, Sanduck Wood, Caseley Wood, Kings Wood and Fingle Woods
Date Last Edited: | Sep 23 2022 4:26PM |
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