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Town wall W of Thames Street is a scheduled ancient monument forming part of the medieval defensive fortifications of Dorchester, Dorset. The wall dates to the late medieval period and represents a section of the town's perimeter defences that were constructed or substantially rebuilt during the later Middle Ages. The structure survives as a substantial stone wall that retains evidence of its original construction techniques and defensive character. This monument represents an important element of Dorchester's urban archaeology and contributes to understanding the town's medieval layout and fortification strategy.
Town wall W of Thames Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002491. View the official record →
Town wall W of Thames Street is a scheduled ancient monument forming part of the medieval defensive fortifications of Dorchester, Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002491.
Town wall W of Thames Street is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1002491.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Godlingston Hill (9.2 km), Group of medieval strip lynchets at Knitson Farm (9.5 km), Group of three round barrows on Ballard Down (9.6 km).
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