Monument record MDO31298 - Early medieval ditches at Simsay, Cerne Abbas
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Summary
Three large ditches of early medieval date were recorded and partly excavated by AC archaeology during archaeological evaluation of a proposed development site in 2004. A collection of well-preserved seeds and animal bone, including red deer bones, was recovered from one of the fillings of the ditch. The extent and layout of these features could not be established. The excavators felt that the ditches may be associated with Cerne Abbey situated to the north.
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Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO10649 Unpublished document: Robinson, S and Valentin, J. 2004. A Proposed School Site at Simsay, Cerne Abbas, Dorset. Results of an Archaeological Evaluation.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ST 667 013 (123m by 113m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST60SE |
| Civil Parish | Cerne Abbas; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 24 2014 3:51PM