Monument record 7773/1 - Possible Neolithic Cursus
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Summary
Two parallel ditches identified as cropmarks on aerial photographs. Interpreted by NMP as a possible Neolithic Cursus. Two trenches were placed over the ditches during an archaeological evaluation ahead of road development. However, no archaeological features were identified in either trench.
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Full Description
{3} Trial trench evaluation was undertaken ahead of road development. Two trenches placed over the parallel ditches did not identify any archaeological features.
<1> Steadman S., 1992, A509 Isham And Great Harrowden Bypasses Archaeological Evaluation, Stage 1: Desk-top Survey, p.6 (checked) (Report). SNN101558.
<2> SHAW M.; STEADMAN S., 1992, A509 Isham Bypass Archaeological Evaluation, Stage 1: Supplementary Report, Site 25 (checked) (Report). SNN71612.
<3> Foard-Colby A., 2004, Proposed A509 Isham Bypass, Northamptonshire: Archaeological Evaluation, October 2004 (Report). SNN105009.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN101558 Report: Steadman S.. 1992. A509 Isham And Great Harrowden Bypasses Archaeological Evaluation, Stage 1: Desk-top Survey. NCC. p.6 (checked).
- <2> SNN71612 Report: SHAW M.; STEADMAN S.. 1992. A509 Isham Bypass Archaeological Evaluation, Stage 1: Supplementary Report. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. 12. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNTY C. Site 25 (checked).
- <3> SNN105009 Report: Foard-Colby A.. 2004. Proposed A509 Isham Bypass, Northamptonshire: Archaeological Evaluation, October 2004. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. N.C.C..
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 4885e 2721e (259m by 174m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | LITTLE HARROWDEN, North Northamptonshire (formerly Wellingborough District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Dec 22 2023 10:39AM
