Monument record 2483/3/1 - Possible Post Medieval Ditch (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation)
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Summary
Earthwork: Good quality photography
Map
Type and Period (4)
Full Description
{1} Earthwork observed in 1979 by J.Johnston. Possibly medieval.
{2} Observed by D.Hall in 1982.
{4} A small trapezoidal enclosure with a small stone building against its southern side; cuts through ridge and furrow. The field is called "The Ewe Ground" on the Enclosure Map of 1824.There is a comparable earthwork (a simple building within an earthwork enclosure) at Kelmarsh which has been interpreted as a sheepfold. (NGR for feature has been taken from map as opposed to text as there is a slight discrepancy). Earthwork plan.
<1> JOHNSON J., 1979, ORAL REPORT TO SMR, (unchecked) (Oral Report). SNN50576.
<2> HALL D.N., 1982, ORAL REPORT TO SMR, (unchecked) (Oral Report). SNN50747.
<3> Northamptonshire SMR Collection of Aerial Photographs, Used with NMR & CUCAP collections (Photographs). SNN104822.
<4> Brown A.E.; Johnston A.G., 1996-7, Earthworks at Benefield, p.198-9 (checked) (Article). SNN104079.
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SNN50576 Oral Report: JOHNSON J.. 1979. ORAL REPORT TO SMR. (unchecked).
- <2> SNN50747 Oral Report: HALL D.N.. 1982. ORAL REPORT TO SMR. (unchecked).
- <3> SNN104822 Photographs: Northamptonshire SMR Collection of Aerial Photographs. Used with NMR & CUCAP collections.
- <4> SNN104079 Article: Brown A.E.; Johnston A.G.. 1996-7. Earthworks at Benefield. Northamptonshire Archaeology. 27. N.A.S.. p.198-9 (checked).
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 9975 8959 (75m by 56m) Central |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BENEFIELD, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 13 2012 6:08PM
