EDO5136 - Former netball and tennis courts, Lord Digby's School, Newland, Sherborne; evaluation
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 639 168 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST61NW |
| Civil Parish | Sherborne; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Technique(s)
Organisation
AC archaeology
Date
2000
Description
‘An archaeological evaluation was carried out by AC Archaeology on the site of semi-derelict netball and tennis courts formerly belonging to Lord Digby’s School, Newland…The evaluation consisted of three machine-excavated trenches which revealed shallow post holes and a truncated pit of medieval date along the northern, Newland Street frontage…Additional evidence for extensive ground disturbance was revealed within the centre and to the south of the site.’
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO10412 Article in serial: Whelan, J. 2000. Sherborne, Newland; Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 122.
Record last edited
Feb 28 2019 4:47PM