EDO5048 - The Vicarage site, Sherborne Abbey; archaeological observations during demolitions and alterations

C E Bean conducted observations during demolitions and alterations at the rear of the Vicarage, Abbey Close, Sherborne in 1954-5. Undisturbed gravel was recorded near the surface which suggests that the ground may have been lowered c. 1878 in order to build the vicarage level with the roadway. Any remains of the abbey may have been destroyed at this time. Nevertheless, from the trend of existing levels and boundaries, Mr Bean considers that ‘…the west precinct wall of the Abbey ran at the back of the Vicarage, and of Messrs. Bartlett office garden, and under a raised path running northwards on the east side of the School’s swimming-baths.’