Monument record 6734/1/2 - Possible C18th/C19th Grandstand

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{1} Rectangular building of possible stand or pavilion associated with former racecourse; details of measurements and features given.

{2} Interpretation of earthwork features by Tom Welsh. Foundations of a rectangular building 83m long by 10m wide. With projecting rectangular bays, along the north-east. The foundations forming a possible spectator stand. Each bay is 16m long but of various depths.


<1> Welsh T.C., 1994, Abington Park, Northampton and The Racecourse, Northampton (Report). SNN57677.

<2> Curteis M.; Musgrave E.; Tingle M. (Editors), 1995, Archaeology in Northamptonshire 1995, Northampton (unchecked) (Notes). SNN104575.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Report: Welsh T.C.. 1994. Abington Park, Northampton and The Racecourse, Northampton.
  • <2> Notes: Curteis M.; Musgrave E.; Tingle M. (Editors). 1995. Archaeology in Northamptonshire 1995. Northamptonshire Archaoelogy. 26. Northampton (unchecked).

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Location

Grid reference SP 764 620 (point) Approximate
Civil Parish NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District)

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Record last edited

Apr 29 2025 10:00AM

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