Monument record MDO43597 - Occupation site, Charlton Marshall
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Summary
Probable Romano British occupation site consisting of pits and a well. Finds include an Iron spear head, pottery and animal bones.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Whilst preparing the ground for a large plantation on the estate of Charlton Manor, two miles from the village, two pits were found containing a quantity of Roman or Romano-British sherds. <2>
No information was obtained during field investigation that would more closely locate this site of Romano-British occupation. (See ST 80 SE 27). <3>
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1.1> SWX5292 Index: Drew. Drew Index.
- <1.2> SDO11486 Monograph: Hutchins, J. 1868. The History and Antiquities of the County of Dorset. Volume 3. 3rd edition. 3. 525.
- <2> SDO9907 Article in serial: Anon. 1814. 'Appendix' Archaeologia. 17. 331.
- <3> SDO11903 Unpublished document: Quinnell, N V. Various. Field Investigators Comments NVQ.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 205699.
Finds (3)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 8749 0050 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST80SE |
| Civil Parish | Charlton Marshall; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: ST 80 SE 33
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 205699
Record last edited
Mar 11 2022 2:43PM