Find Spot record MDO47685 - Neolithic axehead found near Maiden Castle, Winterborne St Martin

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A Neolithic flint axehead was found by a Mr W Whitaker near Maiden Castle.

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A good example of a small rough Ne flint axe with subtriangular section. 4 1/2 ins long. Found by Mr W Whitaker near Maiden Castle. <1>

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Monograph: Evans, J. 1897. Ancient Stone Implements of Great Britain. 70.
  • <2>XY Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 452242. [Mapped feature: #637492 ]

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Location

Grid reference SY 664 885 (point)
Map sheet SY68NE
Civil Parish Winterborne St Martin; Dorset

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  • None recorded

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  • Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 68 NE 129
  • Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 452242

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Jan 3 2024 9:01AM

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