Monument record 3656/0/3 - Medieval plot boundaries, Cross Farm
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Summary
Evaluation at Cross Farm found a substantial medieval plot boundary, probably extending back from Old Road, along with several smaller ditches that may have been subdivisions within the plot
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Full Description
{1} Two trenches were excavated at Cross Farm in 2013. A substantial ditch, aligned east-west and up to 6m wide, was observed in both trenches. Pottery dating from the 12th to the 14th centuries was found in the ditch fill and it is likely to be a plot boundary extending back from Old Road. Several other smaller ditches dating to the same period may be subdivisions within the plots.
{2} The alignment of the plot boundary and the greater density of features in the eastern part of the suggest that these remains are associated with backyard activity to the rear of dwellings that fronted onto Old Road. Evidence of grain drying on the site was also found.
<1> Carlyle, S., 2013, Cross Farm, Old Road, Walgrave, Northamptonshire: Archaeological Evaluation, 2013 (Report). SNN110941.
<2> Horne B. (Editor), 2014, South Midlands Archaeology (44), p. 35 (Journal). SNN109842.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1>XY SNN110941 Report: Carlyle, S.. 2013. Cross Farm, Old Road, Walgrave, Northamptonshire: Archaeological Evaluation, 2013. Cotswold Archaeology Reports. 13017. Cotswold Archaeology. [Mapped feature: #79845 Location of features, ]
- <2> SNN109842 Journal: Horne B. (Editor). 2014. South Midlands Archaeology (44). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 44. C.B.A.. p. 35.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7998 7206 (63m by 36m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WALGRAVE, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 9 2024 9:29AM
