Monument record SMR 056 - Large linear earthwork, Semer

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Summary

A large linear earthwork, running 225m NW then turning SW for a further 100m. Appears to be a large bank flanked by ditches to the NE and NW. Is not shown as field boundaries on OS 1st or 3rd ed. Appears scrub covered on 1945 AP, but is now pasture. May be a remnant of a Medieval field system, or may be something more significant.

Location

Grid reference Centred TM 0032 4666 (236m by 231m)
Map sheet TM04NW
Civil Parish SEMER, BABERGH, SUFFOLK

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Full Description

A large linear earthwork, running 225m NW then turning SW for a further 100m. Appears to be a large bank flanked by ditches to the NE and NW. Is not shown as field boundaries on OS 1st or 3rd ed. Appears scrub covered on 1945 AP, but is now pasture. May be a remnant of a Medieval field system, or may be something more significant.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • --- Digital archive: Environment Agency. c1999-2021. LIDAR (EA).
  • --- Photograph: Google Maps.

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Aug 31 2023 4:58PM

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