Monument record 381/0/1 - Prehistoric enclosure, east of Studborough Barn

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Summary

Cropmark of a double-ditched circular enclosure. The diameter of the outer enclosure is at least 65m, although the north-eastern quarter is obscured by hedges. There may also be a third outer ditch, although evidence for this is equivocal.

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Type and Period (1)

Full Description

{1} Double ring ditch with egg-shaped inner and presumably outer ring. A wide inner ditch with an entrance at the narrow end, and a narrow outer ditch.

{2} NCCAP:SP5359/001-11.


<1> FOARD G.R., 1979, Oral Report to SMR, (unchecked) (Oral Report). SNN51378.

<2> Northamptonshire SMR Collection of Aerial Photographs, Used with NMR & CUCAP collections (Aerial Photograph(s)). SNN104822.

<3> Foard G.; Richardson D., 1983, Archaeology in Northamptonshire 1982 (Aerial Photography), 18/182 Staverton (Checked) (Notes). SNN100412.

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Oral Report: FOARD G.R.. 1979. Oral Report to SMR. 25th October 1979. (unchecked).
  • <2> Aerial Photograph(s): Northamptonshire SMR Collection of Aerial Photographs. Used with NMR & CUCAP collections.
  • <3> Notes: Foard G.; Richardson D.. 1983. Archaeology in Northamptonshire 1982 (Aerial Photography). Northamptonshire Archaeology. 18. Northants Archaeology Soc. 18/182 Staverton (Checked).

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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

Related Events/Activities (1)

Location

Grid reference Centred SP 5393 5985 (63m by 69m) Central
Civil Parish STAVERTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • NRHE HOB UID: 961382

Record last edited

Feb 4 2025 7:58PM

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