Monument record MNN173311 - Probable Iron Age/Roman settlement, north-west of Little Acorn Farm
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Summary
Geophysical survey has identified elements of a probable settlement comprising rectilinear enclosures, pits and possible ring ditches. The features are likely to date to the Iron Age and/or Roman periods.
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Type and Period (4)
Full Description
{1} Geophysical survey identified an area of archaeological activity comprising a large rectilinear enclosure, smaller enclosures, ring ditches, linear ditches and pits. The large enclosure is 65m by 70m and has smaller enclosures attached to the north and appended to the southern arm. Numerous weak linear ditches and trends can be seen, but there is a large geological feature masking much of the area. At least three ring ditches have been recorded.
<1> Brunning, E, 2024, Green Hill Solar Project, Site A, Northamptonshire: Geophysical Survey (Report). SNN116664.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN116664 Report: Brunning, E. 2024. Green Hill Solar Project, Site A, Northamptonshire: Geophysical Survey. Archaeological Services WYAS Fieldwork Reports. 4163. WYAS.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7993 7306 (162m by 183m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WALGRAVE, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 7:29PM
