Monument record MDO4645 - Pit in the grounds of Shaftesbury Museum, Gold Hill, Shaftesbury
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Summary
A pit which contained a sandstone springing for an arch was partly excavated to the rear of Shaftesbury Museum in 1977.
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Full Description
In September 1977 the Shaftesbury and District Archaeological Group excavated a small sondage to the rear of Shaftesbury Museum, in advance of a proposed building extension. A pit was encountered at a depth of 0.75 m below ground level. It was not fully excavated, but was at least 1.25 m deep. A sandstone arch springing was found at a depth of one metre within this pit. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO11483 Serial: Shaftesbury and District Archaeological Group. 1977-80. Shaftesbury and District Archaeological Group; Interim Report 1977-80. 1977-80.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 8630 2293 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST82SE |
| Civil Parish | Shaftesbury; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- Conservation Area
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 2 045 167
Record last edited
Nov 14 2013 4:16PM