Monument record 15238 - Ridge and Furrow Earthworks West of Saighton Hall Farm
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Summary
A significant cohesive and un-fragmented area of parallel linear earthworks in the form of distinct ridges and troughs known as ridge and furrow formed by medieval cultivation practices. A number of individual blocks are apparent, as are evident subdivisions of individual strips and possible former field boundaries.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Bluesky International Ltd, 2010, 2010 Bluesky Survey (Aerial Photograph). SCH5444.
<2> Environment Agency, 2003-2020, Environment Agency LiDAR Surveys, 1m Composite DSM (22/03/2021) (Digital Archive). SCH7819.
A significant cohesive and un-fragmented area of parallel linear earthworks in the form of distinct ridges and troughs known as ridge and furrow formed by medieval cultivation practices. A number of individual blocks are apparent, as are evident subdivisions of individual strips and possible former field boundaries.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 4342 6192 (1234m by 911m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ46SW |
| Civil Parish | HUNTINGTON, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Civil Parish | SAIGHTON, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | HUNTINGTON, CHESTER ST OSWALD, CHESHIRE |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | SAIGHTON, CHESTER ST OSWALD, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 27 2024 5:37PM