Monument record DUN 090 - Dunwich Beach

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Summary

Large group of posts seen at extreme low tide. Unknown function and date but possible fish trap suggested?

Location

Grid reference Centred TM 48805 72750 (117m by 120m)
Map sheet TM47SE
Civil Parish DUNWICH, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK

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Type and Period (3)

Full Description

Large group of posts seen at extreme low tide. Unknown function and date but possible fish trap suggested? Combination of rows, single isolated posts and a random group of seven. Clay area seen at same time, also only visible at the lowest tide. Possible former reed bed? Posts appear to have relationship with clay? Unclear but posts possibly coming out of the clay. Maybe former fish trap or lining to former creek. Seen whilst on walk over beach. S1
1880's OS map (1st ed) does show bank at this point so possibly related to this? S2
Photographs exist in parish file.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <S1> Verbal communication: Personal communication. David Sims, per Colin Pendleton (SCCAS). 23/11/2005.
  • <S2> Map: OS. OS Map. 1st edition OS map. C.1880's..

Finds (1)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (1)

Record last edited

Nov 23 2005 11:25AM

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