Monument record 3234/1 - Undated inhumations, Harrowden Road

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Summary

Two undated burials were discovered in 1866 near 'Potato Hall' on the Harrowden Road.

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{1} In October 1866 two human burials were found in a sand pit recently opened near 'Potato Hall' on the Harrowden Road. One appeared to be an adult of short height while the other was a child. They were complete apart from the skulls. The adult had several teeth in its lower jaw, one decayed and a worn molar. They were handed to the police.


1866, The Northampton Mercury (Newspaper cuttings). SNN112876.

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  • --- Newspaper cuttings: 1866. The Northampton Mercury.

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Location

Grid reference SP 8875 6858 (point)
Civil Parish WELLINGBOROUGH, North Northamptonshire (formerly Wellingborough District)

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Record last edited

Feb 25 2025 7:23PM

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