Find Spot record MDO177 - Roman finds from Parnham, Beaminster
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Summary
Surface finds of late Romano-British colour-coated ware discovered in 1955-6, in the field on the west side of the River Brit near the ice-house at Parnham House.
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Full Description
(Centred ST 47370058) Romano-British pottery. Possible foundations. <1>
A Romano-British occupation site, with evidence of industrial activity, is suggested by discoveries 1/4 mile south of Beaminster.
J Stevens Cox reports surface finds made in 1955-6 in the field at ST 473006, on the west side of the River Brit near the Parnham ice-house, consisting of late Romano-British colour-coated ware, flints including a scraper, clinker and coal.
Obstructions were met with wherever the ground was probed to a depth of 8 to 12 inches. (For other evidence of Iron Age/Romano-British occupation in this area, see ST 40 SE 25, 27, 28, 29, 30). <2-3>
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SWX5293 Map: Rec. 6 inch. J Stevens Cox 1955-6.
- <2> SDO62 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1963. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1962. 84. 111.
- <3> SWX1202 Monograph: Penn, K J. 1980. Historic Towns in Dorset.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 193033.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 473 006 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST40SE |
| Civil Parish | Beaminster; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 007 074
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: ST 40 SE 30
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 193033
Record last edited
Oct 10 2022 3:36PM