Monument record 660/0/1 - Possible Lynchets Or Landslip Features, Borough Hill
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Summary
Earthworks, some possibly lynchets, were observed in the 19th century on the west side of Borough Hill
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} Lynchets 'and other peculiarities' on the western side of Borough Hill, visible only in favourable light conditions.
{2} Not seen on aerial photos or in field examination in 1963 and 1966.
{3} Uneven scarps and banks of natural origin (land-slip).
{4} Field investigation and examination of O.S. A.Ps. 1963 & 1966 failed to locate these features.
<1> Baker G., 1830, The History and Antiquities of Northamptonshire, p.344 (unchecked) (Book). SNN77327.
<2> Ordnance Survey, 1950s/1960s, Ordnance Survey Record Cards, SP56SE20 (checked) (Index). SNN443.
<3> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1981, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, P.67 (checked) (Series). SNN77381.
<4> Baird, J, 1969, Field Investigators Comments, F1 JB 18-MAR-69 (Note). SNN111452.
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SNN77327 Book: Baker G.. 1830. The History and Antiquities of Northamptonshire. 1. p.344 (unchecked).
- <2> SNN443 Index: Ordnance Survey. 1950s/1960s. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. Ordnance Survey. SP56SE20 (checked).
- <3> SNN77381 Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1981. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 3. HMSO. P.67 (checked).
- <4> SNN111452 Note: Baird, J. 1969. Field Investigators Comments. F1 JB 18-MAR-69.
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Location
Grid reference | SP 458 262 (point) Transfer |
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Civil Parish | DAVENTRY, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 339932
Record last edited
Aug 30 2023 2:52PM