Monument record MNN170772 - Medieval and post-medieval activity, A43 Abthorpe Roundabout
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Summary
Archaeological investigation prior to development found two medieval pits, furrows and post-medieval ditch
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
[1} Archaeological strip map and sample found two pits. One contained pottery dating from the 12th to 14th century a possible iron knife blade and a copper alloy clasp or fitting, the other contained pottery dating from the 13th to 14th centuries. Both were cut by a furrow containing pottery dating from the 13th to 15th centuries, which was itself cut by a ditch which contained 19th century glass. Unstratified Saxon pottery was also recovered.
<1> Cope-Faulkner, P., 2014, Archaeological investigations at Brackley Road, Towcester, Northamptonshire (Report). SNN111045.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SNN111045 Report: Cope-Faulkner, P.. 2014. Archaeological investigations at Brackley Road, Towcester, Northamptonshire. Archaeological Project Services Report. 102/14. [Mapped feature: #80013 Medieval pits and post-medieval ditch, ]
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 6828 4828 (55m by 46m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TOWCESTER, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 23 2025 6:43PM
