Monument record 207 - Probable prehistoric/Roman settlement and boundaries, north and east of London Barn

Cropmarks of extensive trackways or boundaries, as well as pit alignments, pit groups and enclosures were identified on aerial photographs during the Northants NMP. Two sets of trackways/boundaries are visible for nearly 1km. At the western extent they are over 350m apart and form a funnel to the east. Between these boundaries at the west are at least two pit alignments, extensive pit groups and an enclosure.

{2} Cropmarks of sinuous boundaries or trackways visible on aerial photographs for nearly 1km. Aligned east to west. At the western end the boundaries are over 350m apart but they gradually converge towards the east. The northern boundary comprises two parallel ditches 7m apart, while the souther boundary comprises just a single ditch along most of its length. There are extensive cropmarks at the western end within the area between the two boundaries, although it is not known whether they are contemporary. These include a pit alignment, aligned approximately north-south and visible for over 170m. A further pit alignment is aligned north-west to south-east and is visible for over 170m. This cropmark is much more faint. Further pit alignments may also be present. There are numerous pits in the area as well as a possible curvilinear enclosure.

<1> Northamptonshire SMR Collection of Aerial Photographs (Aerial Photograph(s)). SNN104822.

<2> Vertical Aerial Photograph, HEA_S3334_V_0227 flown 23 June 2020; Accessed 02/12/2024 (Aerial Photograph(s)). SNN112695.

<3> Vertical Aerial Photograph, HEA_S3334_V_0340 flown 23 June 2020; Accessed 02/12/2024 (Aerial Photograph(s)). SNN112695.

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Apr 1 2025 4:33PM