Monument record 6867/0/1 - Middle Neolithic pit, south of Banbury Road
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Summary
Archaeological excavation prior to housing development identified a small pit located c100m to the south of the middle Neolithic enclosure. It contained part of a Mortlake style bowl.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} Archaeological excavation identified an isolated pit containing Middle Neolithic Peterborough Ware pottery, that was broadly contemporary with the human bone deposit to the north.
<1> Holmes M., 2012, Archaeological Excavation on Land off Banbury Lane, Pineham, Northampton: Assessment Report and Updated Project Design (Report). SNN109202.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN109202 Report: Holmes M.. 2012. Archaeological Excavation on Land off Banbury Lane, Pineham, Northampton: Assessment Report and Updated Project Design. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. 12/133. N.C.C..
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 7264 5801 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 9 2021 4:13PM
