Monument record MDO2747 - Deserted medieval settlement, Woolcombe, Toller Porcorum
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Summary
The possible remains of a medieval deserted settlement are recorded at Woolcombe Farm. Documentary and earthwork evidence indicates activity on the site since the thirteenth century.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
SY555955. Domesday indicates that 3 virgates of land in 'Welacombe' were held by 'Dode the Monk'. Documentary and archaeological evidence indicates activity on the site from the C13th onward. Reports. In addition to the earthwork in the immediate vicinity of Woolcombe Farm, masonary foundations have been noted at SY55889532 and a possible earthwork platform at SY55659555. <1-8>
The possible remains of a medieval deserted settlement are recorded at Woolcombe Farm. Documentary and earthwork evidence indicates activity on the site since the thirteenth century. Remnants of linear bank and ditched earthworks were recorded during the Upper Frome and Sydling Valley AIM project between Woolcombe and Broom's Farms on lidar imagery <9>.
Sources/Archives (10)
- <1> SDO83 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1983. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1983. 105. 75-81.
- <2> SDO84 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1985. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1984. 106. 155-158.
- <3> SDO85 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1986. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1985. 107. 172-173.
- <4> SDO86 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1987. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1986. 108. 186-187.
- <5> SDO87 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1988. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1987. 109. 136-138.
- <6> SDO88 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1989. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1988. 110. 157-158.
- <7> SDO89 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1990. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society for 1989. 111. 114-117.
- <8> SDO16386 Index: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1994. Medieval Village Research Group Index. PRN 474.
- <9> SDO16524 Photograph: Environment Agency. XX-XXX-2019. LIDAR Environment Agency Composite LAST RETURN.
- <10> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 884200.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (5)
- Event - Intervention: (EDO599)
- Event - Intervention: (EDO857)
- Event - Intervention: Woolcombe DMV, Toller Porcorum; excavations 1984 to 1990 (EWX926)
- Event - Interpretation: Woolcombe Farm, Toller Porcorum; desk-based assessment 1996 (EWX1999)
- Event - Intervention: Woolcombe, Toller Porcorum; excavations 1966 to 1969 (EWX925)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 5534 9536 (276m by 198m) (30 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY59NE |
| Civil Parish | Toller Porcorum; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 116 014
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 59 NE 43
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 884200
Record last edited
May 2 2023 4:26PM