Monument record MDO39126 - Undated ditch, land south of Leigh Road, Wimborne Minster
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Summary
A section of ditch recorded in the course of archaeological evaluation of a proposed development site in 2016. The ditch was oriented north-east/south-west. Owing to local conditions it could not be excavated.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Whelan, J, 2016, Archaeological Evaluation. Land south of Leigh Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset (Phase II) (Unpublished document). SDO14890.
‘Trench 20 contained a single north-east/south-west orientated ditch. The undated ditch 2003, weathered out following heavy rain and measured 0.90m in width. Unfortunately due to the subsequent high water table the feature could not be excavated although the fill 2004 consisted of yellow/brown clay/silt.’
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO14890 Unpublished document: Whelan, J. 2016. Archaeological Evaluation. Land south of Leigh Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset (Phase II).
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 03251 99559 (2m by 4m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ09NW |
| Civil Parish | Wimborne Minster; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 8 2016 5:18PM
