Monument record 631/0/21 - Possible tumulus, Borough Hill
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Summary
? Tumulus (intrusive inhumation)
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} "Nearly north of [SP 56 SE 18] on a slight elevation presumed to have been a tumulus, at the top of the inner vallum... part of the skeleton of a man, the tooth of a horse and several other bones were found near the surface [in 1823.] This presumed tumulus is probably the feature shown on Baker's plan (see AO:60:382:3 on SP 56 SE 6) at SP 5892 6312. This is apparently shown by the OS as an integral part of the bank but it is quite distinct on Baker's plan. Whether it is a tumulus or not, the burial (?) found by Baker was obviously intrusive.]
{2} The earthwork in question is part of the inturned entrance of the fort. The finds were not located.
<1> Baker G., 1830, The History and Antiquities of Northamptonshire, p. 347 (Book). SNN77327.
<2> Baird, J, 1969, Field Investigators Comments, F1 JB 18-MAR-69 (Note). SNN111452.
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Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 5891 6311 (15m by 15m) Polygon copied from NRHE data |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | DAVENTRY, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 339947
Record last edited
Feb 4 2025 8:32PM
