Monument record 1376 - Possible Prehistoric Settlement, north-east of Upper Higham Lane
Please read our guidance about the use of Northamptonshire Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
Possible Iron Age or Roman settlement enclosures are visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs. The main rectilinear enclosure is about 42metres across though the southeast side was not visible. Further adjoining enclosures are visible on its northeast side. To the south are further irregular enclosures.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} Faint conjoined enclosures.
{2} Possible Iron Age or Roman settlement enclosures are visible as cropmarks on aerial photographs and were mapped as part of the Bedford Borough NMP project. The main rectilinear enclosure is centred at SP 99599 67272 and measures about 42metres across though the southeast side was not visible. Further adjoining enclosures are visible on its northeast side. To the south are further irregular enclosures at SP 99561 67160.
<1> Northamptonshire SMR Collection of Aerial Photographs, NCCAP:SP9967/007-8 (unchecked) (Aerial Photograph(s)). SNN104822.
<2> Oblique Aerial Photograph, NMR 27155/14 11-JUL-2011 (Aerial Photograph(s)). SNN111738.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (6)
- Parent of: Possible Prehistoric Enclosure (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1376/0/4)
- Parent of: Possible Prehistoric Enclosure (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1376/0/2)
- Parent of: Possible Prehistoric Enclosure (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1376/0/6)
- Parent of: Possible Prehistoric Enclosure (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1376/0/3)
- Parent of: Prehistoric Enclosure (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1376/0/5)
- Parent of: Prehistoric Enclosure (Morphed Aerial Archaeology Interpretation) (Monument) (1376/0/1)
Related Events/Activities (2)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 9959 6722 (220m by 290m) Transfer |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | CHELVESTON CUM CALDECOTT, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 1623806
Record last edited
Jan 31 2025 3:08PM
