Monument record 9465/0/1 - Possible prehistoric oval enclosure, south of Alders Farm
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Summary
A large oval enclosure identified during lidar analysis and located c400m south of Alders Farm. It is c350m in diameter and encloses an area of c7ha.
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Full Description
{1} A significant oval enclosure was identified on LRM (local relief model) lidar during a survey of Roman Road 571 to the north. The enclosure is c350m in diameter and encloses an area of 7ha. It is located on the river-side valley overlooking the Willow Brook and the Roman Road. The authors suggested an Iron Age origin and that it was probably constructed to exploit the nearby iron ore deposits.
<1> 2024, Roman Roads in 2023- recent research and fieldwork on Roman roads in Britain, p. 345; Dr Wayne Kirk and David Ratledge (Article). SNN116690.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN116690 Article: 2024. Roman Roads in 2023- recent research and fieldwork on Roman roads in Britain. Itinera- Journal of the Roman Roads Research Association. IV. RRRA. p. 345; Dr Wayne Kirk and David Ratledge.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 9888 9602 (422m by 349m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BLATHERWYCKE, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
| Civil Parish | SOUTHWICK, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 25 2025 7:28PM
