Monument record 1160/0/140 - Medieval pit and post-medieval quarry pit, Castilian Street
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Summary
Trial trench excavation identified a single medieval pit as well as a probable post-medieval quarry pit. A thick layer of former garden soil sealed the features.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} Three trial trenches were excavated on land at Castilian Chambers. A single medieval pit was identified in Trench 1 contained pottery dating to the 12th-14th centuries and animal bone. A large feature in Trench 2 was likely to be a quarry pit similar to those found elsewhere in this part of town. It was dated to the 17th century, but contained redeposited medieval pottery. The features were sealed by a thick deposit, probably representing a former garden soil.
<1> Peachey, M, 2022, Archaeological evaluation of land at Castilian Chambers, 2 Castilian Street and Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire (Report). SNN113143.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN113143 Report: Peachey, M. 2022. Archaeological evaluation of land at Castilian Chambers, 2 Castilian Street and Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire. Archaeological Project Services Report. 1/22. APS.
Finds (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 7578 6038 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 7:17PM
