NHER 16579 (Cropmark and Earthwork record) - Cropmark of ring ditch, Holkham Park
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Summary
An incomplete ring ditch is visible as a cropmark in 'The Avenue' in Holkham Park. The ring ditch may date to the Bronze Age, or it may be related to post medieval tree planting within the park.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF84SE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HOLKHAM, NORTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
Pre September 1980.
Cropmark.
21 July 1974. Ordnance Survey air photograph.
Cropmark of incomplete ring ditch approximate 20m diameter in 'The Avenue' Holkham Park.
See 6" and 1:2500 overlays.
J. Bown (NAU) 1 October 1980.
Note position in side of avenue, possibly a tree planting mound?
E. Rose (NAU) 2 October 1980.
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Record last edited
Feb 18 2025 2:11PM