Monument record 4139 - Gaultney Wood
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Summary
Gaultney Wood is of medieval date. It has a bank and external ditch on the south side. The name form 'Galklynt' is recorded in the 13th century.
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Full Description
{1} Gaultney Wood is recored in the 13th century as 'Galklynt'. A wood bank and ditch survive on the south side. Field names may indicate the presence of a 'walk' or area of open woodland pasture linking Gaultney Wood to Pipewell Plain.
<1> Foard, G.; Hall, D. & Partida, T., 2009, Rockingham Forest: An atlas of the medieval and early-modern landscape, p. 266 (Book). SNN106598.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN106598 Book: Foard, G.; Hall, D. & Partida, T.. 2009. Rockingham Forest: An atlas of the medieval and early-modern landscape. Northants Record Society. p. 266.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 82091 83863 (657m by 488m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | RUSHTON |
| Unitary Authority | North Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jun 30 2026 10:56AM
