Monument record MDO754 - Buried soil horizon, Simsay Fields, Alton Lane, Cerne Abbas
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Summary
Exeter Archaeology recorded a buried soil preserved beneath ridge and furrow banks at Simsay Fields, Alton Lane, Cerne Abbas. The discovery was made during an archaeological evaluation in advance of housing development at Simsay Fields in 1998. The buried soil contained frequent charcoal but no datable artefacts.
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Full Description
Exeter Archaeology recorded a buried soil preserved beneath ridge and furrow banks at Simsay Fields, Alton Lane, Cerne Abbas. The discovery was made during an archaeological evaluation in advance of housing development at Simsay Fields in 1998. The buried soil contained frequent charcoal but no datable artefacts.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO11322 Unpublished document: Freeman, J P. 1998. Archaeological Evaluation at Alton Lane, Cerne Abbas, Dorset.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 6679 0126 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST60SE |
| Civil Parish | Cerne Abbas; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 027 058
Record last edited
Dec 12 2018 5:35PM
