Monument record MDO18669 - Library Site, Colliton Park, Dorchester; Post-Roman activity
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Summary
A drystone wall, possibly dating to the post-Roman period was found during the excavations on the site of the new Dorset County Library, Colliton Park, Dorchester in 1961-63. The drystone wall was found at a higher level than the Roman walls in the area of Oven 7. The size and orientation of this wall have not been recorded. Drystone walling is unusual at any date in Dorchester. No dating evidence was recovered but it is possible that it represents some post-Roman activity in this area.
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Full Description
A drystone wall, possibly dating to the post-Roman period was found during the excavations on the site of the new Dorset County Library, Colliton Park, Dorchester in 1961-63 (1) (2). The drystone wall was found at a higher level than the Roman walls on the west side of Oven 7. The size and orientation of this wall have not been recorded. Drystone walling is unusual at any date in Dorchester. No dating evidence was recovered but it is possible that it represents some post-Roman activity in this area.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SDO9729 Article in serial: Aitken, G and Aitken, N. 1982. 'Excavations on the Library Site, Colliton Park, Dorchester' Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 104. 99.
- <2> SDO10071 Article in serial: Draper, J. 1983. 'Some further discussion of the Library Site, Colliton Park, Dorchester' Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 105. 158-159.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 68970 90756 (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: 1 041 778
Record last edited
Jun 30 2014 4:32PM
