Monument record MDO4737 - Rectangular feature, Spetisbury
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Summary
A rectangular feature recorded during observation of work on the Sturminster Marshall to Blandford St Mary Main in 1991. The feature was around 3 metres square and quite shallow but deeper in one corner, where there was a small pit. The feature contained a range of occupation debris including post-medieval pottery and oyster shells. A spread of building rubble was recorded close by. The archaeologists on site came felt that this feature was probably post-medieval, but were uncertain about its function.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Hearne, C M, 1991, Sturminster Marshall to Blandford St Mary Main. Archaeological Watching Brief, 3.2 Plot 14 Feature 69 (Unpublished document). SDO205.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO205 Unpublished document: Hearne, C M. 1991. Sturminster Marshall to Blandford St Mary Main. Archaeological Watching Brief. 3.2 Plot 14 Feature 69.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 9123 0228 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST90SW |
| Civil Parish | Spetisbury; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 2 048 040
Record last edited
Nov 21 2014 1:47PM
