Monument record MDO50649 - Iron Age pits west of Roman Road and north of Spa Road, Weymouth
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Summary
An archaeological evaluation in 2019 in connection with the proposed development of the site revealed two large pits of Middle to Late Iron Age date interpreted as likely to be on the fringes of a settlement nearby to the south east. The filling of one of the pits contained small quantities of slag and crucible fragments, suggesting small-scale industrial activity. A rotary millstone of Purbeck stone was also found, indicating food processing activity on or in the vicinity of the site.
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Trott, K, 2019, Land West of Roman Road and north of Spa Road, Weymouth, Dorset: Results of an archaeological evaluation (Unpublished document). SDO16528.
Sources/Archives (1)
- ---XY SDO16528 Unpublished document: Trott, K. 2019. Land West of Roman Road and north of Spa Road, Weymouth, Dorset: Results of an archaeological evaluation. [Mapped feature: #642804 ]
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 6690 8130 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY68SE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 27 2026 7:15PM
