Monument record MWX3477 - Seven cists found at Southill, Radipole Lane
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Summary
Seven cists found at Radipole Lane in 1972, during the construction of a playing field.
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Full Description
During the construction of a playing field in 1972 seven burials were badly damaged by topsoil stripping. All of the inhumations were in stone slab cists with their feet to the east. One cist contained a child's skeleton with a pot and a rusted studded object which was not recovered.
Morris, P, 1975, Early Iron-age and Roman Remains at Southill, Radipole Lane, Weymouth, p54-55 (Article in serial). SWX2207.
DCC SMR, to 2003, Former DCC SMR Card Index (Index). SWX8285.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 6643 8101 (point) Centred on |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY68SE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 18 2020 12:04PM
