Monument record 1160/239/1 - Late 19th-century foundry, Angel Street
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Summary
Archaeological observation identified the late 19th-century remains of a foundry including a cupola base.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} Archaeological observation identified the remains of an iron foundry which was present by 1878. The ironworking cupola was identified. In 1898 it was owned (or worked) by J Potter who specialised in cast-iron furniture and decorative panels. By the early 20th century the buildings were in use as a store and by the mid 20th the building had been absorbed into the Vulcan Works complex.
<1> Soden, I, 2019, Ongoing conservation works at the former Vulcan Works, 34-36 Guildhall Road, Northampton: Site preparation and groundworks for development on Angel Street, 2019 (Report). SNN112267.
<2> Crank, N. (Editor), 2020, South Midlands Archaeology (50), p. 80 (Journal). SNN112426.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN112267 Report: Soden, I. 2019. Ongoing conservation works at the former Vulcan Works, 34-36 Guildhall Road, Northampton: Site preparation and groundworks for development on Angel Street, 2019. Iain Soden Heritage Services fieldwork reports. Iain Soden Heritage.
- <2> SNN112426 Journal: Crank, N. (Editor). 2020. South Midlands Archaeology (50). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 50. C.B.A.. p. 80.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7557 6032 (16m by 13m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 1 2025 12:51PM
