Monument record 630/0/4 - Possible Roman villa
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Summary
Site of possible Roman villa identified in the early 19th century. Finds included possible tessellated pavements and wall foundations.
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Type and Period (5)
Full Description
{1} The Roman nature of the occupation was noted in the early C19th when "some twenty coins" are recorded as being found by the owner of Thrupp Grounds, as well as pottery, foundations, pavements and "fireplaces" spread over more than 10ha.
<1> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1981, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.152 (checked) (Series). SNN77381.
<2> Baker G., 1830, The History and Antiquities of Northamptonshire, p.425 (unchecked) (Book). SNN77327.
<3> Ryland, W, Adkins, D, and Serjeantson, R M, 1902, The Victoria History of the Counties of England: Northamptonshire, p.187 (unchecked) (Series). SNN100368.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN77381 Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1981. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 3. HMSO. p.152 (checked).
- <2> SNN77327 Book: Baker G.. 1830. The History and Antiquities of Northamptonshire. 1. p.425 (unchecked).
- <3> SNN100368 Series: Ryland, W, Adkins, D, and Serjeantson, R M. 1902. The Victoria History of the Counties of England: Northamptonshire. 1. University of london. p.187 (unchecked).
Finds (6)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 598 651 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 19 2023 12:19PM
