Monument record 1160/38/1 - Medieval/Post Medieval conduit and walls, Southern Approach Road
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Summary
A timber pipe was uncovered during construction of the Southern Approach Road in 1985. ironstone walls were also observed. The proximity to the former Cotton Mill was noted.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{2} Timber pipe located in contractor's trench; comprised single tree trunk 3.1m long & up to 0.42m diameter; hole 0.16m diameter bored length of timber; short lengths cut off from either end of timber & retained in archive. Ironstone walls, predating brick constructions, were noted in the sides of the contractors trenches. Note: this trench lay on or close to the site of the Cotton Mill. The corn mill was demolished in 1742.
<1> CHAPMAN A., 1985, Southern Approach Road, Northampton, (unchecked) (SMR Report Form). SNN49453.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN49453 SMR Report Form: CHAPMAN A.. 1985. Southern Approach Road, Northampton. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. (unchecked).
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 7500 6014 (point) Transfer |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON |
| Unitary Authority | West Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jan 13 2026 4:03PM
