Monument record MWX3627 - Roman ditch and occupation debris at Bowleaze Cove

Three v-shaped ditches observed in section of eroding cliffs at Bowleaze Cove. The cliffs were observed in the summers and springs of 1945-1949 and some pottery was collected.

Observations made of Roman material eroding out of the cliff at Bowleaze Cove between 1945 and 1949 noted that the occupation debris observed appeared to concentrate in three v-shaped depressions which were joined by a dark occupation layer. These features may be rubbish ditches belonging to a dwelling. The occupation layer and ditches contained Romano-British pottery described as having a strong native cast (Iron Age B and C). The pottery included cooking pots with beaded or flanged rims, platters and New Forest ware. One pot recovered had a repair in the form of a lead plug. Other material included limestone slabs possibly for paving, a fragment of roof tile, nails and shells. (1)

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Dec 19 2003 9:43AM