Monument record 1160/0/206 - Medieval Quarry Pit
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Summary
A large medieval quarry pit was revealed during archaeological observation of development.
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Type and Period (3)
Full Description
{1} The edge of a large cut feature was exposed extending beyond the east (west?) and north edge of Area 2A. Its upper fill produced C12th-C13th pottery, probable medieval tile and some animal bone, suggesting contemporaniety with other quarrying on the site. However the presence of clay pipe stem fragments indicates that it was at least heavily disturbed by post-medieval activity.
Later features included three insubstantial footings, two of brick and one of ironstone, along with a related sub-rectangular pit, the latter containing C19th pottery in its fill. The stone footing was cut by an irregular pit which contained large quantities of C19th-C20th pottery.
<1> Hiller J. Hardy A. Blinkhorn P., 2001, Excavations at Derngate Northampton 1997-2000 Draft Publication Report, p.17-18 (checked) (Report). SNN103078.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN103078 Report: Hiller J. Hardy A. Blinkhorn P.. 2001. Excavations at Derngate Northampton 1997-2000 Draft Publication Report. OAU. p.17-18 (checked).
Finds (5)
- SHERD (Early Medieval to Medieval - 1100 AD to 1299 AD) Quantity: Some
- TILE? (Early Medieval to Medieval - 1100 AD? to 1299 AD?) Quantity: Some
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Early Medieval to Medieval - 1100 AD? to 1299 AD?) Quantity: Some
- TOBACCO PIPE (Post Medieval - 1540 AD? to 1749 AD?) Quantity: Some
- SHERD (Modern to Mid 20th Century - 1800 AD to 1950 AD?) Quantity: Large quantity
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 75811 60286 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 18 2022 9:59AM
