Monument record MDO28534 - Late fifteenth-early sixteenth century pit, Old Orchard Car Park, Poole
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Summary
Excavation at the Old Orchard Car Park has produced evidence for Roman and 12th-18th century ocupation. A rubbish pit containing a large group of late fifteenth/early sixteenth century pottery was found during rescue excavations by Poole Museum in 1973.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
SZ 011904. Traces of Roman material were revealed by excavations at Old Orchard Car Park, Poole, but the first major structural phase was of the early 12th century. Occupation was then continuous until the 18th century. (1)
A rubbish pit containing a large group of late fifteenth/early sixteenth century pottery was found during rescue excavations by Poole Museum on the Old Orchard Car Park site in 1973. (2)
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Location
| Grid reference | SZ 0106 9041 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ09SW |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SZ 09 SW 44
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 458292
Record last edited
Feb 19 2024 10:49AM
