Monument record MDO22320 - Human remains, probable graveyard, grounds of Shaftesbury Museum, Gold Hill, Shaftesbury

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Human bones exposed during digging of the foundations for an extension to the museum. Two concentrations of bones were observed, and interpreted as probable graves.

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Two areas of human remains were exposed at a depth of 65cm, disturbed when the footings for an extension to Shaftesbury Museum were being dug in 1977, suggesting this may have once been a graveyard. (1)

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  • <1> Serial: Shaftesbury and District Archaeological Group. 1977-80. Shaftesbury and District Archaeological Group; Interim Report 1977-80. 1977-80.

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Grid reference ST 8629 2293 (point)
Map sheet ST82SE

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Record last edited

Nov 14 2013 4:19PM

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