Monument record 1160/0/312 - Medieval layer, east of Cotton End

Archaeological evaluation in 1997 ahead of proposed development identified medieval soil layers but no cut features were observed. However, the pottery sherds were large and unabraded and it was suggested that this may have been a midden.

{1} Archaeological evaluation in 1997 identified a layer containing medieval pottery but no cut features were observed. The layer was at least 1.3m below ground level and below the foundations of the proposed spine road. It appeared to be a truncation soil horizon rather than an occupation horizon. However, the pottery sherds were large and unabraded and it was suggested that this may have been a midden. A pit containing 19th century china, glass and metal objects cut through the medieval layer.

<1> Prentice J., 1997, Southbridge Road Development, Northampton (Report). SNN46276.

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