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Thornworthy Corner (N) Cist

Thornworthy Corner (N) Cist

Photo taken on 14-09-2024

Database entries

OS Map: SX 66113 85468
OS Source: Garmin
HER: MDV6183
Megalithic Portal: 45776
PMD: Downhill from Three Boys
Alternate name: Thornworthy Corner N.
Short Name: CT:Thornwort N
Butler map: 36.7
Dixon Cist #: 116
Grinsell: CHAGFORD 2
Exist: Yes
Record: Unique
Record Source: Butler
Cist Class: Maybe
Cairn Class: Yes
Dimensions (m): 1.8 x ? C?
Lidar: SX 66113 85468
Nearest Bus Stop (Minor): Wonson Telephone Box (5.6 km) [Route: 670]
Nearest Bus Stop (Major): Chagford The Square (4.5 km) [Route: 173,178,671]
Nearby sites: SX 66113 85468

Notes

"Recorded as a cist by Worth (1932), based on the one remaining stone. 1991 survey thought it more likely the result of stone clearance for the nearby newtake wall" Butler Vol. 2. Map 36.7.

References

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