EDO6705 - Waterditch Farm, Lower Waterditch, Christchurch; desk-based assessment 2013

A desk-based assessment of the archaeological potential of a 45ha site west of Waterditch Farm was commissioned by New Forest Energy Ltd in connection with a proposal for the construction of a solar farm. The assessment was carried out using sources such as historic and modern maps, the Dorset Record Office, Hampshire Archaeology, geological maps and the Historic Buildings Record. The report concluded that there were no known heritage assets on the site or in a position to be affected by the proposed development. The likelihood of the presence of unknown archaeological features was discussed in the context of the proximity of the site to recognised and important archaeological sites. The report recommended that a watching brief be maintained during the groundwork of the project.