Monument record MDO28739 - Medieval to post medieval water meadows, Sandford Lane, Wareham St Martin
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Summary
A group of parallel linear ditches are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs south of Sandford Lane. They are considered likely to be the remains of water meadows of probable medieval to post medieval date. Similar features can be seen just to the south (MWX4205) and are likely to be contemporary.
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Full Description
A group of parallel linear ditches are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs south of Sandford Lane (1). They are considered likely to be the remains of water meadows of probable medieval to post medieval date. Similar features can be seen just to the south (MWX4205) and are likely to be contemporary. These features are still partially visible on the most recent comprehensive aerial imagery available to the project (2). This site was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 9472 8986 (353m by 357m) (28 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY98NW |
| Civil Parish | Wareham St Martin; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 11 2013 3:44PM
