Monument record 1160/0/385 - Medieval and post-medieval occupation, Court Road
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Summary
A test-pit excavation at Court Road identified several features of potential archaeological significance including an undated beam slot, a 17th century wall and a post-medieval pit. A possible Pleistocene glaciolacustrine deposit or interglacial lake deposit was observed in five of the test pits.
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Full Description
{1, 2} Eight trial pits were excavated across the site. Although most of the deposits were of modern origin, a post-medieval wall was identified, as well as an undated linear beam slot and a post-medieval pit. A Pleistocene glaciolacustrine deposit or possibly a Holocene alluvium was observed in several pits.
<1> Laura James, 2023, Land at Court Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire: Archaeological Trial Pit Evaluation (Report). SNN116274.
<2> Crank, N. (Editor), 2023, South Midlands Archaeology (53), p. 63 (Journal). SNN116414.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1>XY SNN116274 Report: Laura James. 2023. Land at Court Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire: Archaeological Trial Pit Evaluation. Headland Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. LACR22. Headland Archaeology. [Mapped feature: #88045 ]
- <2> SNN116414 Journal: Crank, N. (Editor). 2023. South Midlands Archaeology (53). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 53. C.B.A.. p. 63.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7510 6028 (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 7:36PM
