Medieval to post-medieval ridge and furrow at Paradise Closes (EHER 82891)
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Summary
An area of medieval and post-medieval ridge and furrow is visible as soilmarks on aerial photographs. The site is centred at TL 5155 3899 and extends east/west for 205m. It comprises the characteristic S-shaped curve of a medieval furrow.
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Location
| Grid reference | TL 5155 3899 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | LITTLEBURY, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
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Description
NRHE data transfer:
An area of medieval and post-medieval ridge and furrow is visible as soilmarks on aerial photographs. The site is centred at TL 5155 3899 and extends east/west for 205m. It comprises the characteristic S-shaped curve of a medieval furrow.
The furrow corresponds with the division of strips within the Paradise Closes as marked on Warren's 1783 map of the Audley End estate. The furrow abuts the broadly contemporary London road to the east. <1> - <3>
Sources
Related Events (1)
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1513237
- National Monuments Record: TL 53 NW 303