Monument record 1732/1/1 - Undated Graves With Decapitated Inhumations
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Summary
A number of inhumations found in 1937 during quarrying
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} Features; found in 1937 during quarrying. A number of cup-shaped pits were found cut into the limestone, some of which contained human remains.
{2} The inhumations were found with their heads between their knees.
{3} Burials (SP 977705) S of Stanwick village, on Great Oolite Limestone at 61 m. above OD. Shortly before 1938 'a large number of cup-shaped pits', some containing human bones, were discovered during quarrying.
<1> 1938, Journal of Northamptonshire Natural History Society and Field Club, p.60 (unchecked) (Journal). SNN36719.
<2> Northampton Museum Topographical Index, (unchecked) (Index). SNN1470.
<3> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1982, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.192/Site 30 (unchecked) (Series). SNN77382.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN36719 Journal: 1938. Journal of Northamptonshire Natural History Society and Field Club. Journal of Northants Natural History Society & FC. 29. N.N.H.S.& F.C.. p.60 (unchecked).
- <2> SNN1470 Index: Northampton Museum Topographical Index. (unchecked).
- <3> SNN77382 Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1982. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 4. HMSO. p.192/Site 30 (unchecked).
Finds (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 9770 7050 (point) Transfer |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STANWICK, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 347413
Record last edited
Feb 26 2025 7:55PM
