Description
The Dorset Historic Environment Record (HER) is a record of historic buildings and all known archaeological finds and features in the county. Records range from from the earliest prehistoric periods to industrial sites and World War II defences, from isolated finds of coins or fragments of pottery to massive earthwork features covering many hectares. Wrecks and underwater sites are recorded. The Dorset HER is maintained by Dorset Council, and contains information on the whole county, including the area covered by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council. The Historic Environment Record is situated at County Hall in Dorchester, where records are supplemented by a collection of unpublished fieldwork reports, photographs, and a selection of publications. The HER is expanding and being up-dated constantly. The HER is a public record and enquiries (by telephone, letter or email, or in person by appointment) are welcome.
Service Host organisation
Dorset Council
Local authorities covered
Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Council
Contact information
- Name
- Claire Pinder
- Job Title
- Senior Archaeologist
- Telephone Number
- 01305 224921
- Email Address
- [email protected]
Further information
- Address
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Dorset History Centre,
Bridport Road
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1RP
Visiting
- Opening hours
- Monday – Thursday 8.40am to 5.40pm, Friday 8.40am to 4.40pm
- Visitor facilities
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Visitor desk. Access to photocopier. Local periodicals, books and other sources. Photographic print and slide collection. Wheelchair access.
- Information available
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Records of archaeological finds and features, including historic buildings. Wrecks and other maritime archaeology also recorded. Open for public consultation. Visits by appointment only, as space is limited and we have other calls on our time.