Monument record MDR8144 - Ridge and furrow and associated earthworks, Somersal Herbert
Type and Period (1)
- RIDGE AND FURROW (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
Ridge and furrow on land at Hill Farm, Somersal Herbert, located during a walkover survey in advance of the Derby-Southern Bypass. (1)
A complex area of medieval ridge and furrow fields, hollow ways and building platforms were observed to the west and north of The Hall and St. Peter's Church, the focus of the medieval village. A remnant of a sunken lane, perhaps preserving an old road line, was seen alongside the road south of the village. Further earthworks, less distinct, were seen at Hill Somersal. (2)
A desk-based survey and analysis of aerial photographs considered the extent of medieval ridge and furrow within Derbyshire Dales district. A small concentration south of Somersal Farm was identified. (3)
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SDR19058 Unpublished document: Challis, K, Morris, T & Woodhouse, G. 1994. A564(T) Doveridge Bypass Archaeological Assessment.
- <2> SDR19052 Unpublished document: Malone, S (TPAT). 1993. South Derbyshire Survey. SMR Enhancement Walkover Survey.
- <3> SDR23262 Unpublished document: Askey, M (DDDC). 2004. An assessment of the extent of survival of medieval ridge and furrow in the Derbyshire Dales District.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 13802 34908 (846m by 1107m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SOMERSAL HERBERT, DERBYSHIRE DALES, DERBYSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (3)
- EDR3850
- EDR1733
- EDR3441
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Record last edited
Jun 26 2015 11:18AM