Monument record 15089 - Ridge and Furrow Earthworks East of Peartree Farm
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Summary
Parallel linear earthworks, in the form of distinct ridges and troughs known as ridge and furrow, are visible in this area. Ridge and furrow earthworks form as a result of medieval and post medieval cultivation practices.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Bluesky International Ltd, 2010, 2010 Bluesky Survey, UXP_101011_5635, 11/10/2010 (Aerial Photograph). SCH5444.
An area of curving, narrow (c.6m) ridge and furrow earthworks is visible on this aerial photograph.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SCH5444 Aerial Photograph: Bluesky International Ltd. 2010. 2010 Bluesky Survey. UXP_101011_5635, 11/10/2010. [Mapped features: #53190 UXP_101011_5635, 11/10/2010; #53191 UXP_101011_5635, 11/10/2010]
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 626 512 (237m by 166m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ65SW |
| Civil Parish | ACTON, CREWE AND NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Civil Parish | BURLAND, CREWE AND NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | BURLAND, ACTON, CHESHIRE |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | ACTON, ACTON, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 27 2020 1:56PM