Monument record 4957/0/19 - Medieval ditch, The Elms
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Summary
Archaeological investigation during groundworks for new housing in the former gardens of The Elms identified a medieval ditch.
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Full Description
{1} An archaeological watching brief was carried out during ground reductions for new dwellings and the foundation trench of a new boundary wall at The Elms. A ditch aligned NE-SW and containing several sherds of pottery dating between the 10th and 14th centuries was found. The significant depths of plough soil within the site suggest it was part of of the open field system in the medieval period and the boundary marked the edge of a domestic property to the south. The work also revealed several post-medieval features associatd with the former garden and orchard at The Elms.
<1> B. Morgan & H. Child, 2023, Land adjacent to The Elms, 1 Millway, Duston, Northamptonshire: Archaeological OIRAP (Report). SNN116183.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SNN116183 Report: B. Morgan & H. Child. 2023. Land adjacent to The Elms, 1 Millway, Duston, Northamptonshire: Archaeological OIRAP. Archaeology Warwickshire fieldwork reports. Report No: 2349. Archaeology Warwickshire. [Mapped feature: #88049 ]
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7238 6094 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | DUSTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 7:35PM
