Monument record 726/0/163 - Early C2nd Rubbish Pits
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Full Description
{1} The site was covered by a clearance layer in the late C1st/early C2nd, probably in preparation for re-use of the land. At the southern end of the excavated trench this layer was cut by a complex of shallow pits and a slot or gully. A further pit lay at the north end of the trench. The relationships between the pits had been disturbed by a modern pipe trench, a former telegraph post hole and an early medieval pit, but it is considered that they were all more or less contemporary. The pits contained a range of finds including pottery including Samian dated to 120-130 AD, roof tile, animal bone and frequent oyster shells. They are interpreted as early C2nd rubbish pits.
<1> Woodfield C.; Atkins R., 2000, Archaeological Excavation At Sponne School, Towcester, Northamptonshire June-July 1997, p.10-11 (checked) (Report). SNN100281.
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- <1> SNN100281 Report: Woodfield C.; Atkins R.. 2000. Archaeological Excavation At Sponne School, Towcester, Northamptonshire June-July 1997. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. N.C.C.. p.10-11 (checked).
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 69118 48788 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TOWCESTER, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 24 2015 7:12PM
