ENN111938 - Kirby Hall Gardens, 1930s (Excavation)
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 9253 9266 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GRETTON |
| Unitary Authority | North Northamptonshire |
Technique(s)
Organisation
Ancient Monuments Branch of HM Office of Works
Date
In the 1930s
Description
An early occurrence of archaeological work in an historic garden, if not also its first instance, was at Kirby Hall, where excavations were undertaken by the Ancient Monuments Branch of HM Office of Works following guardianship of the property in 1930. Investigation led to the recovery and recreation of a plan of the paths and beds in the Great Garden which lay to the west of the house.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN70041 Article: DIX B.. 1991. Towards the Restoration of a Period Garden: An interim report on archaeological excavation and related investigation at Kirby Hall. CBA RESEARCH REPORT. 78. CBA. p. 60.
External Links (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
- 1682/3 Post Medieval Formal Gardens, Kirby Hall (Monument)
Record last edited
Sep 23 2025 2:45PM
