Monument record MDO41880 - Early medieval pottery kiln, Coppice Street, Shaftesbury
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Summary
A Saxon kiln excavated in advance of the building of a new Tesco store, and thought to date to the early to mid 9th century. The kiln consisted of a roughly circular chamber with two flues, and the remains of the last firing were still inside, suggesting that this firing had failed. The vessels were of a Crockerton type ware; all were rounded jars, except one which had a strap handle.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Carew, T, 2006, Coppice Street, Shaftesbury, Dorset DRAFT Publication (Unpublished document). SDO10639.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SDO10639 Unpublished document: Carew, T. 2006. Coppice Street, Shaftesbury, Dorset DRAFT Publication.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 8670 2312 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST82SE |
| Civil Parish | Shaftesbury; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 1 2025 3:19PM
