Monument record MDO45148 - Square enclosure and associated boundary ditch, Sixpenny Handley
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Summary
The soilmarks of a possible later prehistoric or Roman enclosure and associated boundary ditch can be seen on aerial photographs taken in 2007. The enclosure is situated to the north-west of Humby's Stock Coppice. The boundary ditch is aligned north-south and forms the western side of this enclosure. These features are situated within an area of 'Celtic' fields (monument MDO6115) although no trace of these can be seen on this air photo and their relationship to this enclosure is not known.
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Full Description
The soilmarks of a possible later prehistoric or Roman enclosure and associated boundary ditch can be seen on aerial photographs taken in 2007. The enclosure is situated to the north-west of Humby's Stock Coppice at ST 9823 1713. The boundary ditch is aligned north-south and forms the western side of this enclosure. These features are situated within an area of 'Celtic' fields (monument 209762) although no trace of these can be seen on this air photo and their relationship to this enclosure is not known. <1>
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 9823 1713 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST91NE |
| Civil Parish | Sixpenny Handley; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: ST 91 NE 111
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1570795
Record last edited
Dec 20 2022 3:36PM