Monument record 7680 - Open Field System, Faxton
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Summary
The open fields of the parish of Faxton were enclosed by Act of Parliament of 1743. Before that date it is understood there were three open fields known as Nether, Upper and Middle fields. Remnants of these fields survive in the form of ridge and furrow particularly in the field to the north of Ladyholme.
Map
No mapped location recorded.
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Hollowell S., 1999, Northamptonshire Inclosure: The Commissioners and Other Officials, p.42 (unchecked) (Article). SNN102530.
<2> DIX B., 1990, Upper Faxton: Archaeology, (unchecked) (Report). SNN62938.
<3> Northamptonshire County Council, 1994, The Northamptonshire National Mapping Programme, SP7875_026 (Digital archive). SNN117168.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN102530 Article: Hollowell S.. 1999. Northamptonshire Inclosure: The Commissioners and Other Officials. Northamptonshire Past and Present. 52. Northants Record Society. p.42 (unchecked).
- <2> SNN62938 Report: DIX B.. 1990. Upper Faxton: Archaeology. Northamptonshire Archaeology Unit. N.C.C.. (unchecked).
- <3> SNN117168 Digital archive: Northamptonshire County Council. 1994. The Northamptonshire National Mapping Programme. https://doi.org/10.5284/1000366. SP7875_026.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | LAMPORT |
| Unitary Authority | West Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 4 2026 12:18PM
