Monument record MDO39122 - Undated pit, land south of Leigh Road, Wimborne

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Summary

A rectangular pit excavated in the course of archaeological evaluation of a proposed development site in 2016. This feature was interpreted as having a probable industrial use and thought most likely to be of prehistoric date.

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Analysis of the environmental sample from the filling of the pit produced quantities of small charcoal fragments but no other plant remains, and crushed burnt flint fragments. No dating evidence. <1>

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  • <1> Unpublished document: Whelan, J. 2016. Archaeological Evaluation. Land south of Leigh Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset (Phase II).

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Location

Grid reference SZ 0296 9950 (point)
Map sheet SZ09NW
Civil Parish Wimborne Minster; Dorset
Unitary Authority Dorset

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  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Nov 8 2016 4:26PM

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