The Dorset Historic Environment Record (HER) is a record of historic buildings and archaeological finds and features in the county. Records range from isolated finds of coins or fragments of pottery to massive earthwork features covering many hectares; from the earliest prehistoric periods to industrial sites and World War 2 defences. Wrecks and underwater sites are recorded, as are sites with special designations such as scheduled monuments and listed buildings.
The HER is managed for public benefit and in accordance with national standards; it is actively maintained to be as accurate and comprehensive as possible, to support and ensure the better understanding, enjoyment and protection of our environment.
Information shown here is suitable for general interest and basic research, but not for in-depth research, planning or land management – a direct enquiry to the Dorset Historic Environment Record (HER) should be made for these purposes. Find out more and make an HER enquiry
St Aldens Chapel
A late 12th century chapel, restored in the early 19th century and in 1873; it is situated within an earthwork enclosure. The list description suggests that it may have been built as the undercroft of an uncompleted tower rather than as a church. Listed.
Post medieval chalk pit, Sherrins Hill, Sydling St Nicholas
A large sub-circular pit is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs on Sherrins Hill, Sydling St Nicholas. The feature is considered likely to be a post medieval chalk pit and was digitally plotted during the Dorset Upper Frome AIM project.
Abbotsbury St. Catherines
Earthen mound or motte upon which St Catherine's Chapel is situated. It appears to have a smaller subsiduary motte on it's southern side which may be of earlier origin. Site visible on aerial photographs.