Dorset Coast Historic Environment Survey
The Dorset Coast Historic Environment Survey grew out of the work of the
Archaeology Group (AG) of the Dorset
Coastal Forum (DCF). The AG realised that little was known about the
condition of historic buildings and archaeological sites along much of
Dorset’s coast and how vulnerable they were to changes to the coastline.
A proposal for a Historic Environment Survey for Dorset was put forward
to English
Heritage. The primary aim of the survey is to increase our knowledge
of Dorset's coastal built and archaeological heritage, and hence facilitate
its better management and greater enjoyment by local people and visitors.
Wessex Archaeology began work in September 2003 concentrating on a survey area
agreed with DCC and English Heritage. The area extends for a kilometre inland
from the coast and offshore as far as the six mile fishing limit.
Wessex Archaeology has also been commissioned to draft a Dorset Coast Historic Environment Research Framework. This consultation document is available to download as an Adobe PDF.
A short leaflet outlining the work of the Dorset Coast Historic Environment Survey is also available to download (Adobe PDF).
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