SNN111689 - An archaeological observation, investigation, recording and analysis at Numbers 3 + 3a High Street, Daventry, Northamptonshire

An archaeological observation, investigation, recording and analysis was undertaken by the University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS) at Number 3/3a High Street, Daventry, Northamptonshire in July 2017. The work looked at the north-facing street frontage of a mid to late 15th-century timber-framed building following the removal of modern fittings and render and prior to restoration and refurbishment. The timber-framing had been altered, and damaged during the late 18th or early 19th century when more fashionable wide windows were inserted into the late medieval frontage. Further damage has been caused to the original fabric by the use of modern and unsuitable building materials in the later 20th century. Despite this a large amount of the original structure remains and shows that this was a well-built and important building which was constructed in a key location within late medieval Daventry. In keeping with the high quality of the timber-framed frontage the roof structure was also built using substantial timbers which were designed to be seen. The report will be archived under Event Number ENN109132