EDO4195 - West Dorset District Hospital Phase II, Dorchester (Area 1); evaluation 1993
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 68545 90374 (10m by 59m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Dorchester; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Technique(s)
Organisation
Birmingham University Field Arch Unit
Date
November 1993
Description
In November 1993, The Birmingham University Field Archaeology Unit undertook an evaluation within the grounds of the West Dorset District Hospital, Dorchester in advance of the second phase of development.
Five machine-excavated trenches and one long exposed section were examined. No archaeological features pre-dating the 19th century have survived the extensive landscaping works.
Area 1 comprised a long east facing section previously exposed by advance bulk excavation for landscaping purposes connected with phase I. This section was cleaned and recorded. No artefacts were recovered but the earlier ground surface was visible as 0.2m of soil overlying a bitumenised 'path' surface.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SDO9618 Unpublished document: Newton, E. 1994. West Dorset Hospital Phase II: Advance Car Park Contract: Archaeological Evaluation.
Parent/preceding Site Events/Activities (1)
- EDO4201 West Dorset District Hospital Phase II, Dorchester
Record last edited
Oct 6 2021 1:35PM
