Monument record MDO19409 - Christchurch Priory Garderobe, Christchurch (site X3); salmon house
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Summary
Excavations in the south-east corner of Christchurch Priory precinct, during 1969-70, revealed a masonry wall projecting into the mill stream from the foundations of the Priory precinct wall. This is likely to represent a structure depicted on the Mews estate map of c. 1715 with the words ‘Salmon House’ within the excavation area.
Map
No mapped location recorded.
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Excavations in the south-east corner of Christchurch Priory precinct, during 1969-70, revealed a masonry wall projecting into the mill stream from the foundations of the Priory precinct wall. This is likely to represent a structure depicted on the Mews estate map of c. 1715 with the words ‘Salmon House’ within the excavation area. This structure may have been a priory building not demolished at the dissolution. Excavation did not reveal levels associated with this structure.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX4028 Monograph: Jarvis, K S. 1983. Excavations in Christchurch 1969-80. 5. 27-31.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | Not recorded |
Protected Status/Designation
- Conservation Area
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: MDO19408
Record last edited
May 23 2007 9:57AM