Monument record 8697/0/1 - Possible post medieval quarry pit
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Summary
Archaeological investigation identified possible post medieval quarrying.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} Possible evidence of small-scale post-medieval quarrying was present in Trench 18 where a layer of sandy silt containing frequent stone fragments was recorded. In this regard, it is noticeable that evidence of ridge and furrow, either as earthworks or as geophysical anomalies, is absent from this area.
<1> Hughes, V., 2014, Land East of Brackmills, Northampton: Archaeological Evaluation Report, p.16 (checked) (Report). SNN109449.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN109449 Report: Hughes, V.. 2014. Land East of Brackmills, Northampton: Archaeological Evaluation Report. Oxford Archaeology Unit Fieldwork Reports. 5824. Oxford Archaeology. p.16 (checked).
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 7880 5879 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT HOUGHTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 7 2023 2:31PM
