SDO9602 - New Wall, Victory Court, North Square, Dorchester, Dorset. Archaeological Watching Brief, March 2004
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| Type | Unpublished document |
|---|---|
| Title | New Wall, Victory Court, North Square, Dorchester, Dorset. Archaeological Watching Brief, March 2004 |
| Author/Originator | Bellamy, P |
| Date/Year | 2004 |
| Terrain Archaeology | 53149.1 |
Abstract/Summary
Archaeological observations and recording were carried out by Terrain Archaeology during the construction of a new wall between Victory Court and the Dorchester Town Council car park behind the Corn Exchange off North Square, Dorchester.
A small part of the floor of the 19th century Market House was revealed. Beneath the North Square frontage, two brick vaulted cellars were discovered, containing a series of vats possibly for curing bacon.
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Description
Unpublished report by Terrain Archaeology for Magna Housing Assiciation Limited, dated March 2004.
Location
Dorset Historic Environment Record
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Referenced Events (1)
- EDO4161 New Wall, Victory Court, North Square, Dorchester; observations and recording 2004
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Feb 14 2025 2:26PM