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Monument MPM2152 - Wall, south end of Bandstand Field, Southsea
Summary
Possible linear wall observed at the southern end of the Bandstand Field during a watching brief for the Southsea Coastal Defence Scheme.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Possible linear wall observed at the southern end of the Bandstand Field during a watching brief for the Southsea Coastal Defence Scheme. The structure consisted of a single course of limestone blocks interspersed with concrete blocks lightly mortared together, measuring 4.3m long by 0.55m wide and 0.06m high. The wall was on a north-west to south-east alignment and mirrored the modern sea defences. It was dated to the 20th century.
Williams, Rachel, 2025, Southsea Coastal Defence Scheme Sub-frontage 4, Southsea Castle, Southsea, Hampshire: Archaeological Watching Brief (Unpublished document). SPM671.
Sources/Archives (1)
- ---XY SPM671 Unpublished document: Williams, Rachel. 2025. Southsea Coastal Defence Scheme Sub-frontage 4, Southsea Castle, Southsea, Hampshire: Archaeological Watching Brief. [Mapped feature: #2637 ]
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | SZ 642 980 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | Portsmouth City |
Record last edited
Jul 1 2026 11:51AM