Monument record MDO2940 - Ring ditch, West Stafford
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Summary
Excavations in 1994 in advance of construction of a drilling site revealed a ring ditch with an internal diameter of around 8 metres.
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Full Description
Excavations in 1994 in advance of construction of a drilling site revealed a ring ditch with an internal diameter of around 8 metres. No trace of internal features or mound survived, and the monument was eventually sealed by colluvium
<1> Graham, A and Newman, C, 1994, Valley of the South Winterbourne, near West Stafford, Dorset. Archaeological Excavations. Interim summary report and proposals for analysis., 4 (Unpublished document). SDO12405.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO12405 Unpublished document: Graham, A and Newman, C. 1994. Valley of the South Winterbourne, near West Stafford, Dorset. Archaeological Excavations. Interim summary report and proposals for analysis.. 4.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 7191 8903 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY78NW |
| Civil Parish | West Stafford; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 125 062
Record last edited
Apr 3 2021 3:06PM
