Monument record 16013 - Ridge and Furrow Earthworks at Dog Hill Green
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Summary
An area of parallel linear earthworks in the form of distinct ridges and troughs known as ridge and furrow formed by cultivation practices. Th distance from ridge to ridge in generally below five metres and the earthworks are straight and regular indicating a probable post medieval date. Earthworks of former field boundaries are also evident.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
<1> Environment Agency, 2003-2020, Environment Agency LiDAR Surveys, Composite DTM 1m (2022) (Digital Archive). SCH7819.
An area of parallel linear earthworks in the form of distinct ridges and troughs known as ridge and furrow formed by cultivation practices. Th distance from ridge to ridge in generally below five metres and the earthworks are straight and regular indicating a probable post medieval date. Earthworks of former field boundaries are also evident.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SCH7819 Digital Archive: Environment Agency. 2003-2020. Environment Agency LiDAR Surveys. N/A. Composite DTM 1m (2022). [Mapped features: #62131 Composite DTM 1m (2022); #62132 Composite DTM 1m (2022)]
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 908 846 (204m by 338m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ98SW |
| Civil Parish | POYNTON-WITH-WORTH, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | WORTH, PRESTBURY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 14 2025 1:01PM