Monument record MWX4629 - Wareham log boat, Arne
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Summary
Logboat found near the South Causeway, between Wareham and Stoborough.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
'The South Causeway is interesting from the fact that it follows the line of the ancient ferry from Wareham to Stoborough, and the remains of an ancient canoe hollowed out of a tree were discovered here.' <1>
"The remains of a large canoe or barge hollowed out from the trunk of an entire tree", which Brannon informs us was found, with other naval remains, in the bed of the River Frome between Wareham and Stoborough. <2>
(SY9286. Boat sited from auth 1 and OS 2500 1969 to the area between Wareham and Stoborough.) <3>
Logboat found [near] the South Causeway, between Wareham and Stoborough. <4>
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SWX8026 Monograph: Anon. 1897. A Historical and Descriptive Guide to the Ancient Town of Wareham. .
- <1> SWX8707 Digital archive: Le Pard, G. 1995-2003. Dorset Coast Forum Maritime Archaeological Database. Shipwreck 1381.
- <2> SDO13 Serial: Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 1899. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Antiquarian Field Club. 20. 159.
- <3> SWX2638 Unpublished document: Fitzgerald, R J. RCHME Fieldworker's Comments RJF. RJF 19-SEP-1991.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 887467.
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 92410 86685 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY98NW |
| Civil Parish | Arne; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 6 002 121
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 98 NW 77
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 887467
Record last edited
May 31 2023 4:39PM