SNN115706 - Images and Data from Archaeological Trial Trench Evaluation, December 2019, and Mitigation, 2021, at Rectory View, Hargrave, Northamptonshire

This collection comprises images, reports and CAD from an archaeological trial trench evaluation and mitigation in the back plot of Rectory View, Hargrave, Northamptonshire between December 2019 and February 2021,the work was undertaken by MOLA. Evaluation Undated, linear archaeological features were found, as well as a single posthole. Features in Trench 1 were closely grouped together at the west end and in the centre of the trench there was a large, possible 11th-12th-century boundary ditch, aligned with the property boundaries, which was re-cut at least twice. Trench 2 contained linear ditches at its southern end, which were arranged perpendicular to each other in pairs and may represent the corner of a structure or horticultural enclosure. Mitigation MOLA was commissioned to carry out a programme of archaeological mitigation at a proposed residential development site on land at Rectory View, Hargrave, Northamptonshire. The works comprised the Strip, Map and Sample of three building footprints and Archaeological Observation, Investigation, Recording, Analysis and Publication during intrusive ground works associated with the development. The early medieval activity on the site consisted of two circular enclosures, in addition to a collection of pits and postholes which did not form any clear structures. A watering hole believed to be used by livestock was also identified. This early activity likely relates to livestock management and although direct evidence of occupation could not be clearly identified it is likely that a dwelling was located close to the site. The later medieval activity focused on the establishment of two plots, which was further sub-divided by ditches. An isolated post-medieval pit and a modern dog burial was also found within the main excavation area. Two other areas were monitored during these works; a large early medieval ditch was identified in the northern area and several early medieval postholes and pits were identified in the southern area.