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Monument record MDR16481 - Ridge and furrow (site of), Sawley Road, Breaston

Type and Period (1)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Full Description

Medieval ridge and furrow earthworks were identified in this area on aerial photographs dating to 1943. (1) This whole area has since been destroyed through gravel extraction/the construction of Church Wilne Reservoir. (2)

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Digital data: Archaeological Research Services (ARS) Ltd. 2009/2010. Aerial Photographic Mapping Survey carried out as part of an Aggregates Resource Project.
  • <2> Personal Observation: Manning, N. Personal observation, map evidence, field visit etc..

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Location

Grid reference Centred SK 4551 3227 (1140m by 765m)
Civil Parish BREASTON, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE

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Record last edited

Nov 13 2015 5:06PM

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