Monument record 3269/0/2 - Early Bronze Age pit
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Summary
An early Bronze Age pit was identified during trial trench evaluation.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} A small oval pit, only half of which was seen in the trench. It was 1.1m long, at least 0.51m wide and 0.24m deep with a flat base and near vertical sides. The pit contained an assemblage of Early Bronze Age Beaker pottery, comprising at least 10 vessels.
<1> Simmonds C., 2011, Archaeological Trial Trench Evaluation on Land at Overstone Leys, Overstone, Northamptonshire Phase 2, p.19 (checked) (Report). SNN107939.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN107939 Report: Simmonds C.. 2011. Archaeological Trial Trench Evaluation on Land at Overstone Leys, Overstone, Northamptonshire Phase 2. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. 10/216. Northants Archaeology. p.19 (checked).
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7970 6660 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | OVERSTONE, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 22 2022 1:06PM
