Monument record 726/20/4 - Romano-British Metalling

{1} A surface of densely packed pebbles may be interpreted as the accumulation of dirt or 'trample' above a hardstanding or pathway. Similar but smaller patches of pebbles were observed elsewhere in the trench, but lacking any compaction.

{2} Areas of gravel and limestone hard standing found in both the 1990 excavations and subsequent work south of Mandalay House may be all that remains of timber structures alongside these buildings. No buildings of first century date have been recorded within the limited areas assessed although plenty of late first - early second century material has been recorded.

<1> Soden I., 1993, An Archaeological Evaluation at Mandalay House, Towcester, Northants 1993, Trench 1 (unchecked) (Report). SNN40443.

<2> Taylor J.; Foard G.; Laughton J.; Steadman S.; Ballinger J., 2002, Northamptonshire Extensive Urban Survey: Towcester, Section 3.3.3 (checked) (Report). SNN103132.

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