Monument record MDO6545 - Portland: Burials from Withies Croft Quarries
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Summary
In 1868 a cist was found to the S of Withies Croft Quarry, and in 1879 a grave was discovered in the Maggot quarries.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
In 1868 a cist was discovered in Withies Croft Quarries, it contained a coarse ware beaker and a bowl, probably dating to the 2nd century. In 1879, a grave with a skeleton and two jars was discovered at the 'Maggot' quarries.(1, 2)
Sources/Archives (3)
- --- SDO131 Index: Ordnance Survey. Ordnance Survey Records. SY 67 SE 37.
- --- SDO150 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1970. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume II (South East) Part 3. 605-606.
- <2> SWX2113 Article in serial: 1872. Journal of the British Archaeological Association Vol 28 - 1872 Page(s) 34. Vol 28. p34.
Finds (4)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 691 726 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY67SE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 4 001 101 C
- Royal Commission Inventory Reference: Portland 101
Record last edited
Apr 3 2021 3:04PM