Monument record 3738/0/43 - Late Saxon/Norman ditch, Saxon Lodge
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Summary
Archaeological evaluation at Saxon Lodge identified the probable continuation of the defensive ditch associated with Berry Mount.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1, 2} An evaluation consisting of three trenches revealed part of a ditch that appears to belong to the scheduled earthwork, Berry Mount. The pottery recovered was limited but suggested a late Saxon or Norman date. The ditch was truncated by medieval and post-medieval buidings.
<1> Hopkinson D., 1997, An Archaeological Evaluation At Saxon Lodge, High Street, Earls Barton, Northampton (Report). SNN100009.
<2> 1998, South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter (28), p. 31 (Journal). SNN100580.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN100009 Report: Hopkinson D.. 1997. An Archaeological Evaluation At Saxon Lodge, High Street, Earls Barton, Northampton. AOC Archaeology fieldwork reports. AOC (Archaeology) Ltd..
- <2> SNN100580 Journal: 1998. South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter (28). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 28. C.B.A.. p. 31.
Finds (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (2)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 8521 6383 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | EARLS BARTON |
| Unitary Authority | North Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 14 2026 10:46AM
