Monument record MDO18230 - Channon's Garage, High East Street; Post-medieval well
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Summary
Evaluation excavation on the site of the former Channon's Garage, High East Street, undertaken by Exeter Archaeology in 2001, revealed the remains of a well of post-medieval date. The stone lining in the upper part had been robbed out. This well lay to the rear of the back garden of 7 High East Street. The well was apparently in use into the 20th century.
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Full Description
Evaluation excavation on the site of the former Channon's Garage, High East Street, Dorchester, undertaken by Exeter Archaeology in 2001, revealed the remains of a stone-lined well in Trench 1. The upper part of this well had been disturbed by robbing of the stone lining. This well is likely to be post-medieval in date and according to the excavators had been in use within living memory. It lay towards the rear of the garden behind 7 High East Street.
Gent, T H, 2001, Archaeological Evaluation at Channon’s Garage, High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset (Unpublished document). SDO9500.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SDO9500 Unpublished document: Gent, T H. 2001. Archaeological Evaluation at Channon’s Garage, High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 69481 90722 (2m by 1m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Dorchester; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
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Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 041 399
Record last edited
Aug 22 2024 7:28PM
