NHER 51354 (Cropmark and Earthwork record) - Former extraction pit in Oak Wood
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Summary
An iregular depression identified during an earthwork survey of Oak Wood in 2007. This feature is likely the remains of an extraction pit.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG14SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | UPPER SHERINGHAM, NORTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
January 2007. Earthwork Rapid Identification Survey.
Oak Wood Site 19:
An irregular depression was identified during an earthwork survey of Oak Wood, Crackling Hill, and Sheringham Wood. The pit measures 35m by 30m and up to 4m deep, with a probably ramp at the north-west corner. It is likely a former extraction pit.
Information from (S1).
H. Hamilton (NLA), 20 March 2008.
Associated Sources (1)
- <S1> SNF70076 Unpublished Contractor Report: Cushion, B. 2008. Sheringham Park. Ancient Woodland Archaeological Earthwork Rapid Identification Survey. Brian Cushion Archaeological & Cartographical Surveyor.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (0)
Related NHER Records (0)
Record last edited
Mar 5 2025 11:33AM