Monument record MDO49679 - Prehistoric ditched enclosure, Drakes Lane, Piddletrenthide
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Summary
The northern half of a curvilinear ditched enclosure is visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs taken in 1974 within the prehistoric field system described in MDO49651. It is 130m across and was digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project. Whilst undated, it's association with a prehistoric field system would indicate a later prehistoric origin for this enclosure.
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Full Description
The northern half of a curvilinear ditched enclosure is visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs taken in 1974 within the prehistoric field system described in MDO49651. It is 130m across and was digitally recorded during the Mid Dorset Downs AIM project. Whilst undated, it's association with a prehistoric field system would indicate a later prehistoric origin for this enclosure. (OS 1974)
<1> Ordnance Survey, 15-MAY-1974, OS/74058 44 (Aerial Photograph). SDO21509.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO21509 Aerial Photograph: Ordnance Survey. 15-MAY-1974. OS/74058 44.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 7382 0039 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST70SW |
| Civil Parish | Piddletrenthide; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: 454677
Record last edited
Nov 27 2025 7:49PM
