Monument record 5411/0/4 - Possible Prehistoric Pits

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Summary

Geophysical survey identified a series of anomalies that were interpreted as possible prehistoric pits. Subsequent trial trench excavation did not identify any archaeological features in this location.

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Type and Period (1)

Full Description

{1} A series of linear anomalies are indicated in the geophysics plot. These may denote ditches although more likely to be the result of geological variation. A few individual isolated anomalies may indicate the likely presence of pits.

[2} No archaeological features were identified in this location during subsequent trial trench excavation.


<1> MASTERS P., 1998, Geophysical Survey at Dallington Grange, Northampton, (checked) (Report). SNN42650.

<2> Walker C.; Wolframm-Murray Y., 2012, An Archaeological Evaluation of Land at Dallington Gateway, Northampton September 2012 (Report). SNN109265.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Report: MASTERS P.. 1998. Geophysical Survey at Dallington Grange, Northampton. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ARCHAEOL. (checked).
  • <2> Report: Walker C.; Wolframm-Murray Y.. 2012. An Archaeological Evaluation of Land at Dallington Gateway, Northampton September 2012. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. 12/167. N.C.C..

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Location

Grid reference SP 7144 6334 (point) Approximate
Civil Parish HARLESTONE, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Jan 6 2025 11:06AM

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