Monument record 977/0/16 - Medieval ditches, south of Main Street

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Summary

Archaeological observation during the construction of a new house identified two intercutting ditches which contained medieval pottery. A further gully was undated.

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Full Description

{1} Archaeological watching brief undertaken during contruction of a new house identified two intercutting ditches which both contained medieval pottery. An adjacent gully did not contain any finds. The features are thought to relate to land management and/or agricultural purposes.


<1> Thompson, P, 2021, Archaeological excavation at Shortwood Farm, Glebe Road, Mears Ashby, Northamptonshire, September 2021 (Report). SNN113797.

<2> Crank, N. (Editor), 2022, South Midlands Archaeology (52), p. 61 (Journal). SNN115177.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Report: Thompson, P. 2021. Archaeological excavation at Shortwood Farm, Glebe Road, Mears Ashby, Northamptonshire, September 2021. Museum of London Arch. (MOLA) Fieldwork Reports. 21/087. MOLA Northampton.
  • <2> Journal: Crank, N. (Editor). 2022. South Midlands Archaeology (52). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 52. C.B.A.. p. 61.

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Location

Grid reference SP 6670 6808 (point)
Civil Parish EAST HADDON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Feb 25 2025 7:14PM

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