ENN9129 - Ecton quarry, 1971/2 (Excavation)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 8388 6162 (147m by 78m) Transfer |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ECTON, North Northamptonshire (formerly Wellingborough District) |
Technique(s)
Organisation
Northampton Development Corporation Archaeology Unit
Date
December 1971-March 1972
Description
{1} Archaeological excavation was undertaken prior to quarrying after Neolithic pottery was discovered in a section during quarrying. An area of maximum dimensions 27 x 11m was excavated and a watching brief was maintained during the removal of topsoil in some areas.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN22773 Article: Moore, W.R.G.; Williams, J.H. & Boddington, A.. 1975. A Later Neolithic Site at Ecton, Northampton. Northamptonshire Archaeology. 10. NAS. p. 3-30.
- <2> SNN105605 Series: Department of Environment. 1973. DOE Archaeological Excavations 1972. DOE Archaeological Excavations. D.O.E.. p. 35.
External Links (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
- 2046 Neolithic & Bronze Age Occupation, Ecton Quarry (Monument)
Record last edited
Dec 19 2024 7:16PM
