Monument record MDR15672 - Charcoal burning platform, Shining Cliff Woods, Alderwasley
Type and Period (1)
- CHARCOAL BURNING PLATFORM (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
Twelve charcoal burning platforms were recorded as part of a rapid survey in 2008. Charcoal was found below the surface in each case. Most of these platforms are cut into the slope, the down slope edges have been revetted with dry stone walling and are among the best examples seen in the area. This particular example has a diameter of 10m, is set in and revetted. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDR20545 Unpublished document: Carr, R & Smith, P. 2008. Survey Report: Haytop, Shining Cliff Wood, Alderwasley, Derbyshire. HER Doc. No. 886; Feature 2.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 3320 5351 (13m by 12m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ALDERWASLEY, AMBER VALLEY, DERBYSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- EDR3943
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Record last edited
Dec 21 2018 9:27AM