Find Spot record MDO5505 - Roman pottery found near Castle Hill, Cranborne
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Summary
Fragments of Roman pottery found in a roadside bank at some time before 1872. Antiquarian reports suggest various kinds of pottery, black and grey, and part of a white patera.
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Full Description
In the bank by the roadside, Warne found various kinds of Roman pottery, black and grey, and part of a white patera. <1>
A pond-like hollow surrounded by trees is situated at SU 05651271. It has a diameter of 9.5 metres, and a depth of 1.6 metres, and is damp at the bottom. Although no finds were made, this appeared to be the only site which would fit Warne's description.<2>
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SWX1971 Monograph: Warne, C. 1872. Ancient Dorset (2nd Edition). 252.
- <2> SWX1255 Unpublished document: Rigg, J. Field Investigators Comments JR. F1 JR 21-MAY-1954.
- <3> SDO129 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1975. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume V (East). 15.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 213657.
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SU 0565 1271 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SU01SE |
| Civil Parish | Cranborne; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 3 005 042 B
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SU 01 SE 12
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 213657
Record last edited
Aug 16 2022 4:26PM
