Monument record 726/0/5 - Roman ditch, south-west of Watling Street

Archaeological evaluation undertaken as part of flood alleviation works identified a Roman ditch containing a small amount of 2nd century pottery and an undated cobbled surface. There was little evidence for intensive occupation in this area during this period.

{1} Archaeological evaluation was undertaken as part of a scheme of flood alleviation works. Of the eight trenches excavated across the development area, only two contained archaeological features. A possible boundary ditch of 2nd century date was uncovered towards the centre of the development area, and an undated cobble surface in a nearby trench may have been contemporary.
Although there was some evidence for Roman activity, this does not imply that this area was part of the northern suburbs. The overall paucity of finds and features indicate only low level activity.

<1> Atkins R., 2001, Watling Street, Towcester, Flood Alleviation Scheme, Archaeological Evaluation (Report). SNN101380.

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