SDO9542 - Dorchester, Bridport Road, Poundbury. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeology Society
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| Type | Article in serial |
|---|---|
| Title | Dorchester, Bridport Road, Poundbury. Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeology Society |
| Author/Originator | Bellamy, P S |
| Date/Year | 2003 |
| Dorset Natural History and Archaeology Society | proceedings |
Abstract/Summary
An archaeological watching brief was maintained during the laying of a water main along the northern side of Bridport Road on the western edge of Poundbury, between SY67229040 to SY67359040. A 0.3 m thick flint gravel deposit was encountered beneath the modern road has been interpreted as the remnants of the Roman approach road to Dorchester from Exeter.
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Description
Note in 'Dorset Archaeology in 2003', Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society, vol. 125, p. 66.
Location
Referenced Monuments (1)
- MDO18198 New Water Main, Bridport Road, Poundbury: Roman road (Monument)
Referenced Events (1)
- EDO4079 New Water Main, Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester; monitoring of groundworks 2003
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May 17 2018 9:23AM