EDO4910 - Rossiter's Boatyard, Bridge Street Island, Christchurch; observations and recording 1997
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 16200 92658 (41m by 48m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ19SE |
Technique(s)
Organisation
Southern Archaeological Services
Date
September 1997
Description
Southern Archaeological Services conducted an archaeological watching brief on behalf of Rossiter Yacht Builders Ltd on land at Rossiter's Boatyard, Bridge Street Island, Christchurch, Dorset. The watching brief took place between 9th-17th September 1997.
The groundworks comprised topsoil stripping followed by near-stratigraphic removal of natural clay and gravel. The works were in preparation for the construction of a yachting haven. The geology of the site is part marine/estuarine alluvium, part made ground. No archaeological features were recorded.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SDO10141 Unpublished document: McDermott, J. 1997. Summary Report on an Archaeological Watching Brief at Rossiter's Boatyard, Bridge street Island, Christchurch, Dorset.
- <2> SDO16497 Digital archive: Historic England. NRHE Excavation Index. 1233417.
- <3> SDO14748 Index: RCHME Microfilm Index. 13590.
Record last edited
Oct 21 2020 7:05PM
