Monument record 726/0/145 - Possible Roman boundary
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Summary
Archaeological evaluation identified a series of linear boundary ditches that appeared to be aligned on the Alchester Road.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1}Series of linear features (comprising small ditches or gullies) the majority aligned north-west to south-east, the exceptions running at approximate right angles. The alignments may indicate that all belong to plots fronting the Alchester Road. The small quantity of later Antonine pottery may suggest that this part of the town was abandoned prior to the construction of the defences in about AD170. The reason for this decline is uncertain but could be due to flooding from the Silverstone Brook.
<1> Soden I.; Parry S., 1997, An Archaeological Evaluation of Land Off Water Lane Towcester, Northamptonshire, March 1997, (unchecked) (Report). SNN46542.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN46542 Report: Soden I.; Parry S.. 1997. An Archaeological Evaluation of Land Off Water Lane Towcester, Northamptonshire, March 1997. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ARCHAEOL. (unchecked).
Finds (7)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 6919 4846 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TOWCESTER, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 21 2022 11:55AM
