Monument record 4284 - Saw Pit at Weathercock Farm
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Summary
A saw pit is depicted on the Ordnance Survey maps dating from the late nineteenth century. A saw pit is a pit over which timber is positioned to be sawed with a long two-handled saw by two men, one standing above the timber and the other below.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Saw Pit marked on the Ordnance Survey First Edition 25 inch to 1 mile maps (1).
<1> Ordnance Survey, 1871-1882, Ordnance Survey County Series (Epoch 1) 25 inch to 1 mile - Cheshire (Maps and Plans). SCH2462.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH2462 Maps and Plans: Ordnance Survey. 1871-1882. Ordnance Survey County Series (Epoch 1) 25 inch to 1 mile - Cheshire. 25 inches to 1 mile.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 893 628 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ86SE |
| Civil Parish | CONGLETON, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | BUGLAWTON, ASTBURY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 9 2009 10:42AM