Monument record 142/1/3 - Possible post-medieval/modern mill stream, Brackley Mill
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Summary
Archaeological evaluation identified a north to south aligned ditch interpreted as a former mill stream associated with Brackley Mill located to the north. In the south-west of the site three other features were identified including a small undated pit, an undated ditch and a ditch containing single rim sherd of Roman pottery.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} Archaeological evaluation undertaken in 2018 identified a wide ditch aligned approx north to south. It was interpreted as a post medieval mill stream ditch running towards the millstream. A single piece of modern ceramic tile was recovered from the fill.
Crank, N. (Editor), 2020, South Midlands Archaeology (50), p. 81 (Journal). SNN112426.
<1> Davies, G, 2018, A summary report of the evaluation at former Hawkins Salmon site, Mill Lane, Brackley, Northamptonshire, August 2018 (Report). SNN111433.
Sources/Archives (2)
- --- SNN112426 Journal: Crank, N. (Editor). 2020. South Midlands Archaeology (50). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 50. C.B.A.. p. 81.
- <1>XY SNN111433 Report: Davies, G. 2018. A summary report of the evaluation at former Hawkins Salmon site, Mill Lane, Brackley, Northamptonshire, August 2018. John Moore Heritage Services Fieldwork Reports. 3913. John Moore Heritage. [Mapped feature: #80990 ]
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 5945 3711 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BRACKLEY, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 8:13PM
