Monument record MDO18747 - Appian House, Bowling Alley Walk, Dorchester; Roman Defences

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Summary

The northern edge of the Middle Ditch of the Roman town defences of Dorchester were observed by Terrain Archaeology during the construction of a new extension to Appian House, Bowling Alley Walk, Dorchester in March 2006.

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Full Description

In March 2006, Terrain Archaeology carried out archaeological observations and recording during the construction of a new extension to Appian House, Bowling Alley Walk, Dorchester.

The northern part of the middle ditch of the Roman defences was exposed in the footings trenches, as well as a small number of garden features and other deposits associated with Appian House. The ditch was filled with clean clayey silt.


Bellamy, P and Tatler, S, 2006, Appian House, Bowling Alley Walk, Dorchester, Dorset. Archaeological Observations and Recording (Unpublished document). SDO9935.

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  • --- Unpublished document: Bellamy, P and Tatler, S. 2006. Appian House, Bowling Alley Walk, Dorchester, Dorset. Archaeological Observations and Recording.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SY 69027 90296 (4m by 4m)
Map sheet SY69SE
Civil Parish Dorchester; Dorset
Unitary Authority Dorset

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Record last edited

Aug 22 2024 7:31PM

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