Monument record 6946 - Open Field System, Great Oxendon
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{1}Well preserved ridge and furrow field system comprising a number of interrelated furlongs. Inter-relationship of field system, church and village are particularly interesting.The Inclosure hedgerow pattern is also substantially intact.,{2}Extensive area of furlongs with headlands, joints and meadow in rolling countryside surrounding an isolated church. A windmill mound and the deserted vill of Little Oxenden are included with house platforms and a hollow way, and there are hollow ways at the NW of Great Oxendon. There is some medieval documentation. Enclosed 1767, 150ha.
Catchpole, T. & Priest, R., 2012, Turning the Plough Update Assessment 2012, (unchecked) (Report). SNN108491.
<1> FOARD G.R., 1996, SMR REPORT FORM, (unchecked) (Report). SNN49665.
<2> HALL D.N., 1993, The Open Fields of Northamptonshire : The Case for the Preservation of Ridge and Furrow, (unchecked) (Report). SNN70145.
Sources/Archives (3)
- --- SNN108491 Report: Catchpole, T. & Priest, R.. 2012. Turning the Plough Update Assessment 2012. Gloucestershire C.C.. (unchecked).
- <1> SNN49665 Report: FOARD G.R.. 1996. SMR REPORT FORM. (unchecked).
- <2> SNN70145 Report: HALL D.N.. 1993. The Open Fields of Northamptonshire : The Case for the Preservation of Ridge and Furrow. NCC. (unchecked).
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7340 8399 (point) Transfer |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT OXENDON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 20 2024 1:10PM
