Monument record 6513 - Probable Iron Age Occupation
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Summary
Two small iron Age gullies were found during topsoil stripping for the Wicken to Foxcote pipeline in 1993.
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Type and Period (4)
Full Description
{1} Two small gullies observed during topsoil stripping for pipeline development. Salvage recording revealed that one was preserved for approx 15m with the other at a right angle (but exposed for only 3m). Associated finds - small quantities of Iron Age pottery and bone. The two ditches/gullies are likely to be remnants of Iron Age domestic or agricultural enclosures. Two fragments of furnace lining were found. Grid reference SP74314116.
<1> Kidd, S, 1993, Potterspury Road watching brief, 1993, (unchecked) (Note). SNN49420.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN49420 Note: Kidd, S. 1993. Potterspury Road watching brief, 1993. Northamptonshire Heritage. (unchecked).
Finds (3)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 7431 4116 (point) Central |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | DEANSHANGER, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 20 2022 8:54AM
