Monument record 4004/1 - Possible prehistoric-medieval field systems
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Summary
Archaeological evaluation identified a number of ditches and gullies. There was very little evidence of occupation and it is likely that the ditches were evidence of agricultural use of the land over an extended period of time.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{2} Archaeological trial trench excavation identified a number of historic agricultural features with a concentration of ditches and gullies in the west and north-west of the site. A limited number of Iron Age pottery sherds were found.
<1> Viccari, A, and Falcus, B J, 2020, Geophysical Survey Report of Land East of A6 and Roundabout at Bedford Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire (Report). SNN112983.
<2> Dodd, L, 2021, Archaeological evaluation report: Land east of A6 Roundabout at Bedford Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire (Report). SNN114694.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN112983 Report: Viccari, A, and Falcus, B J. 2020. Geophysical Survey Report of Land East of A6 and Roundabout at Bedford Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire. Magnitude Surveys fieldwork report. MSSP65. Magnitude Surveys.
- <2> SNN114694 Report: Dodd, L. 2021. Archaeological evaluation report: Land east of A6 Roundabout at Bedford Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire. KDK Archaeology Fieldwork Report. KDK Archaeology.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 9701 6506 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | RUSHDEN, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 7:10PM
