Monument record MDO44737 - Enclosure, Sixpenny Handley
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Summary
The soilmark of a probable late prehistoric enclosure to the north of Dean can be seen on aerial photographs taken in 2007. This small enclosure is reminiscent in shape and size to some of the enclosures listed as Tombstone or 'D' shape in the RCHME Bokerley Dyke survey.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
The soilmark of a probable late prehistoric enclosure can be seen on aerial photographs taken in 2007. This is centred at c. ST 9771 1640 to the north of Dean. This small enclosure is reminiscent in shape and size to some of the enclosures listed as Tombstone or 'D' shape in the RCHME Bokerley Dyke survey. <1-2>
<1> Bowen, H C, 1990, The Archaeology of Bokerley Dyke, 91 (Monograph). SWX800.
<2> National Monuments Record, 27-SEP-2007, NMR 24745/22 (Aerial Photograph). SDO18808.
<3> National Record of the Historic Environment, 1570800 (Digital archive). SDO14739.
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Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 9771 1640 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST91NE |
| Civil Parish | Sixpenny Handley; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: ST 91 NE 112
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1570800
Record last edited
Nov 16 2022 3:51PM
