Find Spot record MDO8609 - Mesolithic fints from Turbary Common, Bournemouth
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Summary
A scatter of Mesolithic flint was recovered from an area on the north side of Turbary Common, Bournemouth.
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Full Description
SZ 06309483. A small collection of Mesolithic material was recovered from an area of about 100m2 on the north side of Turbary Common, Bournmouth. A small scale excavation was carried out, but the stratification had been much disturbed, and the site was ransacked by children and collectors. A total of 641 flints were recovered, mainly blades and flakes. <> Cited by NRHE: Hants NL 2 7 and 8 1974 84 (R Bradley)
<1> 1974, The Hampshire Newsletter 2, 84 (Article in serial). SWX9278.
<2> National Record of the Historic Environment, 458186 (Digital archive). SDO14739.
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Location
| Grid reference | SZ 0630 9483 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ09SE |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 7 000 159
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SZ 09 SE 53
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 458186
Record last edited
Mar 18 2024 5:19PM
