Monument record MWX3220 - Bronze Age Field system, The Hampshire Centre, Bournemouth
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Summary
Archaeological evaluation noted traces of probable field system(s) of Bronze Age
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Archaeological evaluation noted the presence of 'an extensive agricultural soil layer of variable depth across the whole of the site'. Archaeological features identified during evaluation trenching comprised a number of linear ditches and gullies and at least one probable pit. The pit was interpreted as evidence of former quarrying on site, the linear ditches as components of Bronze Age and Post-Medieval field systems. (1)
Areas of the site were excavated more fully during a subsequent phase of archaeological works which broadly confirmed these projections. (2)
No traces of settlement or funerary activity were identified from either period.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SWX8566 Unpublished document: Valentin, J and Robinson, S. 2000. The Hampshire Centre, Bournemouth, Dorset. Results of Archaeological Trench Evaluation.
- <2> SWX8550 Unpublished document: Valentin , J. 2001. The Hampshire Centre, Bournemouth, Dorset (SZ113949). Results of advance investigations and recording..
Finds (6)
- VESSEL (Late Neolithic to Late Bronze Age - 2500 BC to 701 BC)
- LITHIC IMPLEMENT (Prehistoric - 500000 BC to 42 AD)
- VESSEL (Early Neolithic to Roman - 4000 BC to 409 AD)
- VESSEL (Late Neolithic to Late Bronze Age - 2500 BC to 701 BC)
- VESSEL (Early Neolithic to Late Bronze Age - 4000 BC to 701 BC)
- LITHIC IMPLEMENT (Early Neolithic to Early Bronze Age - 4000 BC to 2201 BC)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (3)
Location
| Grid reference | SZ 113 949 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ19SW |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jan 30 2014 11:53AM