Monument record 3884/2/5 - Possible medieval structure, part of Crowland Abbey
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Summary
Possible medieval walls and a wooden pipe were observed during trial pitting by developers
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} Features revealed. Wooden waterpipe recovered from building operations; a 1m square trial trench dug by workmen revealed building foundations of ironstone blocks, part of the medieval grange of Crowland Abbey.
{2} Notes and photographs. Two walls were noted in an area immediately to the south of the standing building. It was suggested that a raised embankment in the same area may be the site of further medieval remains.
<1> Brown A.E. (Editor), 1975, Archaeology in Northamptonshire 1974, p.171 (unchecked) (Report). SNN41605.
<2> Various, 1974, Site Records relating to the construction of the new office block at Croyland Abbey, 1974, (unchecked) (Uncertain). SNN28815.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN41605 Report: Brown A.E. (Editor). 1975. Archaeology in Northamptonshire 1974. Northamptonshire Archaeology. 10. Northants Archaeology Soc. p.171 (unchecked).
- <2> SNN28815 Uncertain: Various. 1974. Site Records relating to the construction of the new office block at Croyland Abbey, 1974. (unchecked).
Finds (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 8918 6767 (point) Central |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WELLINGBOROUGH, North Northamptonshire (formerly Wellingborough District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 345490
Record last edited
Apr 25 2025 9:03AM
