Monument record 2281/0/1 - Late Iron Age pit, Park Farm Way
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Summary
Archaeological trial trench excavation identified an isolated Iron Age pit. The pit may be peripheral to the late Iron Age settlement located c220m to the south
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Full Description
{1} Trial trench excavation identified an isolated pit. It contained 16 sherds of late Iron Age pottery, a small quantity of fired clay, charcoal, a heavily abraded cattle tooth and a charred sloe stone. The pit may represent peripheral activity to the late Iron Age settlement located c220m to the south.
<1> Scott, T. & Doyle, B., 2018, Park Farm Way, Wellingborough: Archaeological Evaluation, p. 7-8 (Report). SNN111564.
<2> Crank, N. (Editor), 2019, South Midlands Archaeology (49), p. 70 (Journal). SNN111755.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1>XY SNN111564 Report: Scott, T. & Doyle, B.. 2018. Park Farm Way, Wellingborough: Archaeological Evaluation. Headland Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. PFWN18. Headland Archaeology. p. 7-8. [Mapped feature: #81344 Location of pit identified by trial trench excavation, ]
- <2> SNN111755 Journal: Crank, N. (Editor). 2019. South Midlands Archaeology (49). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 49. C.B.A.. p. 70.
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 8678 6714 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WELLINGBOROUGH, North Northamptonshire (formerly Wellingborough District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 8:10PM
