Monument record MDO1066 - Ditch, part of Roman town defences, South Street, Dorchester
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Summary
Construction of a new surface water conduit along Salisbury Walk, South Walk and Bowling Alley Walk in 1911-12 was observed by J E Acland. He recorded part of a ditch between South Street and Trinity Street; this was thought to be 17th century civil war in date, and not part of the Roman town defences.
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Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO150 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1970. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume II (South East) Part 3. 548.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 69196 90349 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Dorchester; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 041 174 G
- Royal Commission Inventory Reference: Dorchester 174
Record last edited
Jul 31 2023 3:27PM
