Find Spot record MDO6163 - Neolithic axe heads from Vines Close Farm, Sturminster Marshall
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Summary
Three stone axe heads, one partly polished, found by the farmer. Thought to be a surface find.
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Full Description
Addison, P, and Maynard, D, 1989, Observations on the Purbeck to Southampton Pipeline. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society 111, 122-124 (Article in serial). SWX8683.
‘Plot 54.14 ST 956986 … The flint was all of a dark unpatinated finish and probably derived from the local river gravels. Three flint axes of similar material, one partly polished, were found in a previous year some 400 m west of the pipeline at SY 95259890 by the local farmer. Mr Chappell of Vines Close Farm who retains them in his possession.’
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SWX8683 Article in serial: Addison, P, and Maynard, D. 1989. Observations on the Purbeck to Southampton Pipeline. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society 111. Vol 111. 122-124.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 9525 9889 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY99NE |
| Civil Parish | Sturminster Marshall; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 3 021 060
Record last edited
Jul 29 2026 4:49PM