Monument record 1679/143/4 - Medieval Ditches & Pits
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} The second phase of activity comprised four linear ditches and a number of pits.
All the ditches extended beyond the excavation limits and all were orientated east - west. With one exception all were shallow with flat bases and steep sides. Three were parallel and regularly spaced approx 10m apart suggesting they formed tenement boundaries. The fourth might be a replacement for one of these.
The pits varied considerably in size and shape.
The parallel alignments and roughly even spacing of these ditches suggest that they formed the boundaries of a series of yards backing on to North End. The pits may mark domestic activity within the yards, particularly the disposal of rubbish.
<1> Stansbie D., 2002, Chamberlains Factory, Higham Ferrers: Archaeological Excavation Report (Interim), p.6,8 (checked) (Interim Report). SNN102337.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN102337 Interim Report: Stansbie D.. 2002. Chamberlains Factory, Higham Ferrers: Archaeological Excavation Report (Interim). Oxford Archaeology Unit fieldwork reports. 1389. Oxford Archaeology. p.6,8 (checked).
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 95929 69126 (35m by 55m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HIGHAM FERRERS, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 28 2014 2:32PM
