Monument record MWX2881 - Roman ditches, Springhead, Sutton Poyntz, Weymouth
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Summary
Several features of Roman date were recorded in 1996 during evaluation of a site proposed for the building of a house in the grounds of the Springhead public house. Linear ditches of early Roman and of 3rd or 4th-century date were interpreted as boundary and/or drainage ditches. A posthole of possible Roman date was also recorded.
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Two Roman cut features / one possible post-hole. (1)
<1> Brading R, 1996, Summary Reports on an Archaeological evaluation in the Grounds of The Springhead PH. Sutton Poyntz, Dorset. October 1996. (Unpublished document). SWX8451.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX8451 Unpublished document: Brading R. 1996. Summary Reports on an Archaeological evaluation in the Grounds of The Springhead PH. Sutton Poyntz, Dorset. October 1996..
Finds (4)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 7071 8391 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY78SW |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 4 002 510
Record last edited
Jan 3 2021 4:04PM
