Barrow-like mound surmounted by a yew tree at ST052214. {1}
The mound is circular, although slightly truncated at its N side. E-W diameter is 9m, N-S diameter 7m and c1.25m high. The centre of the mound is about 17m due S of the E wall of the chancel. It is crowned by a massive yew stool with a number of trunks and is clearly very old. {2}
NGR should be ST052213. {3}
Very doubtful. {4}
References:
1 Mention – Proceedings of the Somerset Archaeology and Natural History Society Aston, M 1976 “Somerset Archaeology 1974-5” vol 120, 71
2 Personal communication – Burrow, I SCPD 07.03.84
3 Detailed records – Ordnance Survey Archaeology Division 1976 ST02SE(M) SCPD
4 Mention – Quinell, NV quoted in Grinsell, LV “Somerset Barrows: revisions 1971-87” Proceedings of the Somerset Archaeology and Natural History Society 131 (1987), 22.
Record created by:
Ian Burrow in March 1984
© Copyright Somerset County Council 2003
The authenticity of the mound as a barrow is in question.
With thanks to the Somerset Museums Service for their help.