Monument record MNN173803 - Possible prehistoric boundary, Pury End Quarry

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Summary

Geophysical survey identified a boundary ditch extending north-west to south-east for at least 430m.

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Full Description

{1} Geophysical survey undertaken in 2024 ahead of proposed expansion of the Pury End Quarry. A boundary ditch aligned north-west to south-east and extending across the site for at least 430m probably forms part of wider field system along with a perpendicular ditch recorded to the north-west.


<1> Chris Manktelow, 2024, Archaeological geophysical survey at Pury End, Towcester Northamptonshire September 2024 (Report). SNN116655.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Report: Chris Manktelow. 2024. Archaeological geophysical survey at Pury End, Towcester Northamptonshire September 2024. MOLA. 24/116. MOLA.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SP 7096 4645 (336m by 274m)
Civil Parish TOWCESTER
Unitary Authority West Northamptonshire

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Jul 13 2026 9:24AM

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