Monument record 1151 - Cropmark in Brereton Parish
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Summary
A possible moated site is visible as a cropmark. Though the RAF aerial photographs show nothing definite, more recent photographs show a rectangular feature.
Cropmarks are visible changes in the growth of vegetation that may indicate a buried feature. These distinctions can usually only be identified from Aerial Photographs.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A possible moated site is visible as a cropmark. Nothing definite on RAF aerial photographs (1). Rectangular feature (moat) on air photograph NMR 0286 (2).
<1> Ordnance Survey, 1870-1982, Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card, 1981 SJ86SW12 (Index). SCH2487.
<2> County Historic Environment Record, 1973-1985, Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin, No.6 p.8 Longley D 1978 (Journal/Periodical). SCH565.
<3> Various, Aerial photographs, 0286 NMR (Aerial Photograph). SCH128.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SCH2487 Index: Ordnance Survey. 1870-1982. Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card. 1981 SJ86SW12.
- <2> SCH565 Journal/Periodical: County Historic Environment Record. 1973-1985. Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin. 1-10. No.6 p.8 Longley D 1978.
- <3> SCH128 Aerial Photograph: Various. Aerial photographs. 0286 NMR.
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
External Links (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SJ 82 62 (point) 6 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ86SW |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | BRERETON CUM SMETHWICK, BRERETON CUM SMETHWICK, CHESHIRE |
| Civil Parish | BRERETON, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 22 2024 11:27AM