Monument record MDO21910 - Lidl Store, School Lane, Gillingham; medieval activity
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Summary
Evidence for medieval activity was discovered during an archaeological watching brief on groundwroks for a new Lidl store at School Lane in 2002. This consisted of two pits and ditch containing 12th-13th century pottery.
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Full Description
<1> Bellamy, P and Tatler, S, 2002, Lidl Store, School Lane, Gillingham, Dorset. Archaeological Observations and Recording. January-April 2002 (Unpublished document). SDO11436.
'Slight traces of medieval activity were encountered on the eastern boundary of the site. Two pits and a ditch, containing 12th/13th century pottery were observed. Another ditch or pit of similar date was found on the western edge of the site.'
<2> Bellamy, P, 2003, Gillingham, Lidl Store, School Lane; Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society (Article in serial). SDO11437.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SDO11436 Unpublished document: Bellamy, P and Tatler, S. 2002. Lidl Store, School Lane, Gillingham, Dorset. Archaeological Observations and Recording. January-April 2002.
- <2> SDO11437 Article in serial: Bellamy, P. 2003. Gillingham, Lidl Store, School Lane; Proceedings of the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society. 125.
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 8109 2647 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST82NW |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 20 2020 11:19AM
