Monument record MDO6947 - Eighteenth century building remains to the rear of The King's Head, High Street, Poole
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Summary
The remains of stone wall footings of a building to the rear of the King's Head, High Street, Poole were found during watching briefs by Poole Museum Service in 1993 and 1994. No dating evidence was recovered but the historic map evidence indicates that it may have been constructed some time between 1751 and 1774.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Watching briefs undertaken by Poole Museum Service during works at the King's Head, High Street, Poole in 1993 and 1994 revealed traces of wall footings, which on cartographic evidence probably belong to a building to the rear of the King's Arms frontage that was constructed some time between 1751 and 1774. The footings comprise large blocks of limestone, chalk and heathstone with some indication of clay bonding. There was some indication of a brick wall above one of the footings. No floor surfaces were noted. (1) (2) (3)
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SWX8317 Unpublished document: Collins K W. 1993. Archaeological Observations at: The King's Head, High Street, Poole. June 1993..
- <2> SWX8308 Unpublished document: Poole Museum Service. 1994. Archaeological Observations at: The King's Head, High Street, Poole..
- <3> SWX8705 Article in serial: Watkins D R and Collins K W. 1993. King's Head, High Street, Poole. Vol 115. 161.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (2)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 0089 9036 (12m by 11m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ09SW |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- Conservation Area
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 5 000 514 B
Record last edited
Jan 4 2013 1:46PM