Monument record MDO43904 - Later prehistoric ditched field system, Shapwick
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Summary
Fragments of a rectilinear ditched field system are visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs. It is likely to be of later prehistoric or Roman date, and was digitally recorded during the Dorset Middle Stour AI&M Project.
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Full Description
Fragments of a rectilinear ditched field system are visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs. The individual fields are 40-60m wide and 85-95m long. It is considered likely to be of later prehistoric or Roman date and is possibly contemporary with the enclosure to the south described in MDO43903. The features were digitally recorded during the Dorset Middle Stour AI&M Project.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO18148 Aerial Photograph: National Monuments Record. 04-SEP-1995. NMR 15397/55.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 9585 0220 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST90SE |
| Civil Parish | Shapwick; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 1 2022 6:51PM