Monument record 5168/0/6 - Possible medieval/post-medieval pond, Abington Vale School
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Summary
The edge of a former pond was identified during a watching brief. Although undated it may be associated with a series of medieval/post-medieval to the east
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} The former pond found in the south-eastern corner of the site may have been associated with a series of possibly medieval fishponds located to the south-east of the site.
{2} A watching brief during construction recorded a former pond, possibly associated with nearby medieval fishponds, and two small archaeological features, both likely to be post-medieval.
<1> Sharman T., 2015, Archaeological observation, investigation, analysis and recording of land at the former Abington Vale Middle School, Northampton, October 2014 - August 2015 (Report). SNN110580.
<2> Horne, B (editor), 2016, South Midlands Archaeology (46), p. 42 (Journal). SNN111326.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN110580 Report: Sharman T.. 2015. Archaeological observation, investigation, analysis and recording of land at the former Abington Vale Middle School, Northampton, October 2014 - August 2015. Museum of London Arch. (MOLA) Fieldwork Reports.
- <2> SNN111326 Journal: Horne, B (editor). 2016. South Midlands Archaeology (46). CBA GROUP 9 NEWSLETTER. 46. CBA. p. 42.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7838 6132 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 23 2025 7:19PM
