Natural Feature record 8299/0/0 - Possible early post-glacial deposit, River Ise
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Summary
A cutting beneath the current course of the River Ise revealed a dark, organic-rich layer presumed to be of early post-glacial date
Map
No mapped location recorded.
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1}Cutting of a trench for water main diversion exposed a section which included a black-grey layer which contained large quantities or organic material including plant remains and logs up to 30cm diameter. The layer appeared to lie directly on the Upper Lias clay and was presumed to be of early Post Glacial origin. Environmental samples / cores taken and sent to Dept of Earth Sciences at Nene College, Northampton. After 2 years they were given to the Geology Dept, Leicester University, nothing heard of since.
<1> BELLAMY B., 1997, Observations during the cutting of pipe trench for Anglian Water at crossing of River Ise, south of Rushton (SP845825), June 1978, (unchecked) (Notes). SNN46277.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN46277 Notes: BELLAMY B.. 1997. Observations during the cutting of pipe trench for Anglian Water at crossing of River Ise, south of Rushton (SP845825), June 1978. (unchecked).
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | RUSHTON, North Northamptonshire (formerly Kettering District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jan 31 2020 12:12PM
