Monument record 1160/130/4 - Medieval/ post medieval buildings, Derngate
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Summary
Archaeological watching brief of GPO trenches along Derngate in 1975 identified foundations of a possible medieval or post-medieval building, along with floor surfaces. One of the foundations was of fine ashlar. Floors of clay and earth were observed.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1}Finds; 1975;Derngate;C12th-C15th pot sherds and RB rim sherd; SP 7580 6034
{2}Wall and foundations of building(S?) along 14m of GPO trench at 0.50 - 1.60m depth. One foundation of fine ashlar and floors of clay and earth were seen. Date probably medieval or early post-medieval. Several tile fragments, a few medieval sherds and one late Roman sherd found.
<1> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1985, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.325+386 (checked) (Series). SNN77383.
<2> Moore W.R.G.; Giggins B.L., 1977, Fieldwork in Northampton, 1975, 200 (Article). SNN2942.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN77383 Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1985. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 5 (+Microfiche). H.M.S.O.. p.325+386 (checked).
- <2> SNN2942 Article: Moore W.R.G.; Giggins B.L.. 1977. Fieldwork in Northampton, 1975. Northamptonshire Archaeology. 12. Northants Archaeology Soc. 200.
Finds (3)
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7580 6034 (point) Transfer |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON |
| Unitary Authority | West Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 26 2025 3:26PM
