Monument record 5485/0/28 - Probable medieval occupation, west of Plum Cottage
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Summary
Archaeological excavation during groundworks for a new house revealed two ditches, a gully and three pits dating to the Saxo-Norman and medieval period.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} Archaeological investigation was undertaken during groundworks for a new house to the west of Plum Cottage. Two ditches and a gully all aligned NNW-SSE and three pits were identified. The features dated to the Saxo-Norman and medieval periods and are likely to be associated with the medieval settlement of Wood Burcote. Finds included animal bone, a loomweight and slag possibly suggestive of small-scale industry.
<1> Florian Weber, 2023, Land adjacent to Plum Cottage, Burcote Lane, Wood Burcote, Northamptonshire: Archaeological Observation, Investigation and Recording (Report). SNN115957.
<2> Crank, N. (Editor), 2024, South Midlands Archaeology (54), P. 57 (Journal). SNN116886.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN115957 Report: Florian Weber. 2023. Land adjacent to Plum Cottage, Burcote Lane, Wood Burcote, Northamptonshire: Archaeological Observation, Investigation and Recording. KDK Archaeology Fieldwork Report. N/A. KDK Archaeology.
- <2> SNN116886 Journal: Crank, N. (Editor). 2024. South Midlands Archaeology (54). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 53. C.B.A.. P. 57.
Finds (6)
- SHERD (Late Saxon to Late Medieval - 1000 AD to 1539 AD) Quantity: Some
- VESSEL (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD) Quantity: Part of
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Late Saxon to Late Medieval - 1000 AD to 1539 AD) Quantity: Some
- SLAG (Late Saxon to Late Medieval - 1000 AD to 1539 AD) Quantity: Small quantity
- LOOMWEIGHT (Late Saxon to Late Medieval - 1000 AD to 1539 AD) Quantity: 1
- SPIKE LAMP (Late Saxon to Late Medieval - 1000 AD to 1539 AD) Quantity: Part of
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 6939 4675 (21m by 24m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TOWCESTER |
| Unitary Authority | West Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 29 2025 3:28PM
