Monument record 1160/283/11 - Probable 19th century building, Marefair
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Summary
The corner of a stone-built building probably depicted on a map of 1847 was observed in a test pit
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} The site remained unchanged until the mid-19th century when additional structures were built in the rear plots of the houses fronting onto Marefair. A stone building was identified on the northern boundary of the site dating to this period.
The building consisted of two main walls that had two smaller walls forming a rectangular structure, possibly a lean-to on the south-west corner of the main building that was 3.0m long by 2.0m wide.
<1> Elston, J., 2016, Archaeological test pits at the former Castle House, Marefair, Northampton, May 2016, p. 13-15 (Report). SNN110720.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN110720 Report: Elston, J.. 2016. Archaeological test pits at the former Castle House, Marefair, Northampton, May 2016. Museum of London Arch. (MOLA) Fieldwork Reports. 16/112. MOLA Northampton. p. 13-15.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7496 6044 (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 7:18PM
