Monument record 6734/2 - New Pasture Execution Ground
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{1} The eastern corner of the Racecourse, called New Pasture, was used for public executions from the C18th. It was the scene of many gruesome executions attended by 'immense and increasing crowds' that became too large and unruly. A final (double) execution took place in 1818 after which the execution site was moved elsewhere.
{3} The Gallows Ground is marked.
<1> Butler A., 2007, Archaeological Desk-Based Assessment for The Racecourse Park, Northampton August 2007, p.3-4 (checked) (Report). SNN108091.
<2> Gould J., 2000, The Culworth Gang, p.38-48 (unchecked) (Article). SNN102514.
<3> 1779, Northampton Enclosure Map (NRO Map 5700), (unchecked) (Map). SNN40916.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN108091 Report: Butler A.. 2007. Archaeological Desk-Based Assessment for The Racecourse Park, Northampton August 2007. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. 07/135. Northants Archaeology. p.3-4 (checked).
- <2> SNN102514 Article: Gould J.. 2000. The Culworth Gang. Northamptonshire Past and Present. 53. Northants Record Society. p.38-48 (unchecked).
- <3> SNN40916 Map: 1779. Northampton Enclosure Map (NRO Map 5700). NRO Map 5700. (unchecked).
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 765 619 (98m by 98m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
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- None recorded
Record last edited
May 13 2014 7:33PM
