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LAND at PENZOY FARM WESTONZOYLAND, SOMERSET Results of a Desk-Based Assessment, Geophysical Survey, Walkover Survey and Visual Impact Assessment |
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South West Archaeology Ltd. unpublished report series
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Report (in Series)
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Abstract: |
The proposed turbine would be located in fields enclosed and drained in the late 18th century, part of the formerly extensive King's Sedgemoor. The local area, with its dry land 'islands' and lowland marshes, is one of high archaeological potential. The important 17th century Battle of Sedgemoor took place immediately to the east. A geophysical survey was carried out, but the identified anomalies all belonged to former river channels. In general terms, this part of Somerset contains a large number of Listed Buildings - mostly Grade II - but relatively few Scheduled Monuments. Most of these designated heritage assets were not conceived and constructed with setting as a primary consideration, and thus the impact of the proposed turbine will be less pronounced. Only for a small number of assets will the impact be more pronounced. In terms of the wider landscape, the proposed turbine is to be located within an area of Somerset noted for its subdued terrain and subtle micro-topography. However, while a 500kw (50m to hub, 77m to tip) turbine is undeniably prominent, within a flat landscape local blocking quickly becomes very important as elevated viewpoints are so few and far between. With this in mind, the overall impact of the proposed turbine can be assessed as negative/moderate, on the basis of the heritage assets considered, the enhanced role played by local blocking, and the presence of extant tall vertical elements (pylons). |
Author: |
Bryn W Morris
E Wapshott
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Publisher: |
South West Archaeology Ltd.
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Other Person/Org: |
Historic England (OASIS Reviewer)
Somerset HER (OASIS Reviewer)
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Year of Publication: |
2013
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PENZOY FARM, SOMERSET |
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WESTONZOYLAND |
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Sedgemoor |
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Somerset |
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England |
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Somerset |
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Battle |
Grid Reference: 334014, 135614 (Easting, Northing)
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Created Date: |
25 Nov 2016 |