Monument record MDO24176 - Hut circle, Hampton Barn, Portesham
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Summary
A circular feature about seven metres in diameter visible as earthworks on aerial photographs, interpreted as the possible site of a later prehistoric hut circle.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
The potential site of a later prehistoric hut circle is visible as earthworks on aerial photographs {1-2}. The sub-circular banked feature is 7m across and lies within the prehistoric field system described in MDO24177. It may alternatively be spoil associated with post medieval quarrying. The site was digitally plotted during the South Dorset Ridgeway Mapping Project.
<1> 11-JUN-1978, NMR OS/78080 105-6 (Aerial Photograph). SDO11674.
<2> Royal Air Force, 17-JAN-1947, RAF/CPE/UK/1934 1070-1 (Aerial Photograph). SDO11672.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 5979 8631 (15m by 14m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY58NE |
| Civil Parish | Portesham; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 29 2024 1:32PM
