Monument record MDO19126 - Fairfield Road, Dorchester; Roman Cremation Burial 169
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Summary
Archaeological monitoring during the construction of a new covered market area and associated works at Fairfield Road, Dorchester, was carried out by AC Archaeology between May and July 2001.
Two pottery vessels each containing charred human bone were identified within Test Pit 9. Cremation [169] was located within a pottery vessel [168] placed towards the north eastern corner of TP9.
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Full Description
Archaeological monitoring during the construction of a new covered market area and associated works at Fairfield Road, Dorchester, was carried out by AC Archaeology between May and July 2001.
Two pottery vessels each containing charred human bone were identified within Test Pit 9. Cremation [169] was located within a pottery vessel [168] placed towards the north eastern corner of TP9.
In addition, other cut features, including ditches and two inhumation burials, were recorded, as well as two large quantities of Romano-British artefacts.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 69084 90202 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Dorchester; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 28 2007 10:20AM
