Monument record 3907/0/44 - Medieval quarry pits, Weekley Wood Lane
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Summary
Archaeological observation of groundworks for a new house on the south side of Weekley Wood Lane identified a number of large pits, the majority dating to the period AD 1100-1450. The pits had probably been dug for ironstone to smelt; the backfill contained iron slag and heat-affected ironstone
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Full Description
{1} Archaeological observation of foundation trenches for a new house identified a number of large pits, with the majority probably dating between 1100 and 1450. The pits were generally shallow, only excavated down to the superficial geology, not penetrating the hard bedrock. The purpose of the pits is likely to be to exploit the broken up ironstone for smelting.
<1> Huxley, R., 2018, Archaeological observation, investgation and recording of land adjacent to The Abbots, Weekley Wood Lane, Weekley (Report). SNN111513.
<2> Crank, N. (Editor), 2019, South Midlands Archaeology (49), p. 92 (Journal). SNN111755.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1>XY SNN111513 Report: Huxley, R.. 2018. Archaeological observation, investgation and recording of land adjacent to The Abbots, Weekley Wood Lane, Weekley. University of Leicester Fieldwork Reports. 2018-109. ULAS. [Mapped feature: #81231 ]
- <2> SNN111755 Journal: Crank, N. (Editor). 2019. South Midlands Archaeology (49). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 49. C.B.A.. p. 92.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 8856 8083 (36m by 43m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WEEKLEY, North Northamptonshire (formerly Kettering District) |
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Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 8:11PM
