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Landscape record MDR16482 - Ridge and furrow, north of Sawley Road, Breaston/Draycott

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Medieval ridge and furrow earthworks were identified in this area on aerial photographs dating between 1943 and 2001. (1) Reviewed (2026), area of ridge and furrow reduced, what survives is in relatively good condition. (2)

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  • <1> Digital data: Archaeological Research Services (ARS) Ltd. 2009/2010. Aerial Photographic Mapping Survey carried out as part of an Aggregates Resource Project.
  • <2> Digital data: Environment Agency. 2026. LiDAR Survey Data, 1m DTM.

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Grid reference Centred SK 4522 3282 (781m by 674m)
Civil Parish BREASTON, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE
Civil Parish DRAYCOTT AND CHURCH WILNE, EREWASH, DERBYSHIRE

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Record last edited

Aug 27 2026 2:39PM

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