Monument record 2349/0/1 - Rifle range, Nettle Spinney
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Summary
A rifle range and butts is first depicted on the 1884 Ordnance Survey map and on subsequent editions until the mid 20th century. The rifle range is measured out to 600yds from the butts. The butts still survive as an earthwork in Nettle Spinney.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} 'Rifle range (volunteer)' shown on first edition map, with 200yds and 600yds marked.
<1> Ordnance Survey, 1833, First Edition Ordnance Survey 1 Inch Map Series (Sheet 61), 61NE (Map). SNN47304.
<2> Environment Agency, LIDAR Composite DTM - 1m (Digital Plots). SNN111710.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1>XY SNN47304 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1833. First Edition Ordnance Survey 1 Inch Map Series (Sheet 61). 1 Inch to 1 Mile. Sheet 61 (Banbury). Ordnance Survey. 61NE. [Mapped feature: #82647 61NE]
- <2> SNN111710 Digital Plots: Environment Agency. LIDAR Composite DTM - 1m. https://data.gov.uk/dataset/6a117171-5c59-4c7d-8e8b-8e7aefe8ee2e/lidar-composite-dtm-1m.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7153 5006 (554m by 216m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | EASTON NESTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 20 2025 3:59PM
