Monument record MDO48632 - Later prehistoric enclosure and field boundaries, Dewlish
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Summary
The southern side of a possible prehistoric ditched enclosure is visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs to the northeast of Whitelands Down, Dewlish. It is associated with fragments of a contemporary field system. The features cover an area of over 5 hectares and are considered likely to be of later prehistoric date; they were digitally recorded during the Dorset Upper Cerne and Piddle AIM Project.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
The southern side of a possible prehistoric ditched enclosure is visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs to the northeast of Whitelands Down, Dewlish <1>. It is associated with fragments of a contemporary field system. The features cover an area of over 5 hectares and are considered likely to be of later prehistoric date; they were digitally recorded during the Dorset Upper Cerne and Piddle AIM Project.
<1> J R Boyden, 22-JUN-1976, JRB 3087/16 (Aerial Photograph). SDO20864.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO20864 Aerial Photograph: J R Boyden. 22-JUN-1976. JRB 3087/16.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 7686 9873 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY79NE |
| Civil Parish | Dewlish; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 20 2024 6:54PM
