Monument record 15723/2 - Ridge and Furrow Earthworks South of Lawton Grange
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Summary
Parallel linear earthworks in the form of distinct ridges and troughs known as ridge and furrow formed by cultivation practices. This type, characterised by a regular pattern of thin ridges and furrows, was created by nineteenth century steam ploughing. Steam ploughing is where a plough drawn between two steam traction engines, or a traction engine and a moveable windlass, standing on opposite headlands.
Map
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Full Description
<1> Environment Agency, 2003-2020, Environment Agency LiDAR Surveys, Composite DSM 1m 2020 (Digital Archive). SCH7819.
Parallel linear earthworks in the form of distinct ridges and troughs known as ridge and furrow formed by cultivation practices. This type, characterised by a regular pattern of thin ridges and furrows, was created by nineteenth century steam ploughing.
<2> The GeoInformation Group, 2005, 1940s RAF Aerial Photographs from Operation Review, 106G UK 1459 (02/04/1946) or CPE UK 1935 (17/01/1947) (Aerial Photograph). SCH4608.
The earthworks are visible on this aerial photograph.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1>XY SCH7819 Digital Archive: Environment Agency. 2003-2020. Environment Agency LiDAR Surveys. N/A. Composite DSM 1m 2020. [Mapped features: #54877 Composite DSM 1m 2020; #54878 Composite DSM 1m 2020]
- <2> SCH4608 Aerial Photograph: The GeoInformation Group. 2005. 1940s RAF Aerial Photographs from Operation Review. N/A. Pre 1974 Cheshire. 106G UK 1459 (02/04/1946) or CPE UK 1935 (17/01/1947).
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 671 569 (270m by 250m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ65NE |
| Civil Parish | LEIGHTON, CREWE AND NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | LEIGHTON, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 13 2025 12:01PM