Monument record MDO31295 - Iron Age ditch at Simsay, Cerne Abbas
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Summary
A ditch excavated during an archaeological evaluation by AC archaeology in 2004. Parts of what was interpreted as a continuous ditch were observed in two trenches. This feature was interpreted as a probable drainage ditch, running north west-south east. Finds recovered from the filling of the ditch included Iron Age pottery and a flint scraper.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Robinson, S, and Valentin, J, 2004, A Proposed School Site at Simsay, Cerne Abbas, Dorset. Results of an Archaeological Evaluation (Unpublished document). SDO10649.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SDO10649 Unpublished document: Robinson, S, and Valentin, J. 2004. A Proposed School Site at Simsay, Cerne Abbas, Dorset. Results of an Archaeological Evaluation.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 6683 0131 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST60SE |
| Civil Parish | Cerne Abbas; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 20 2025 11:18AM
