Monument record 3318/1 - Possible Iron Age Iron Working
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Summary
Iron slag (possibly Iron Age)
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
{1} A patch of iron slag was seen in 1966 in the area of SP860578.
{2} A patch of iron slag similar to those usually associated with Iron Age pottery has been noted at SP860578. Possible Iron Age ironworking site.
<1> HOLLOWELL R., 1971, Aerial Photography and Fieldwork in the Upper Nene Valley, p.19 (checked) (Journal). SNN106546.
<2> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1979, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.182 (checked) (Series). SNN77380.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN106546 Journal: HOLLOWELL R.. 1971. Aerial Photography and Fieldwork in the Upper Nene Valley. Bulletin of Northants Federation of Arch Societies. 6. Northants Archaeology Soc. p.19 (checked).
- <2> SNN77380 Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1979. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 2. HMSO. p.182 (checked).
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 860 578 (150m by 150m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | YARDLEY HASTINGS, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 345236
Record last edited
Feb 10 2025 8:08PM
