Watching brief by Wessex Archaeology at The Manor, Little Chesterford, 2009 - EEX56712

Excavation methods were modified to minimise site level reduction so that shallow strip foundations could be dug. Two geo-technical test pits were machine excavated revealing the underlying river flood plain gravels. A single linear ditch feature was recorded within test pit 1 but this was considered modern and possibly relates to land drainage. Earthworks located to the north of the Site relate to flood defences and although the Site lies within an area of high archaeological potential it is likely that any archaeological remains within the footprint of the development have been affected by successive flood episodes. NRHE data transfer: Monitoring of groundworks at The Manor recorded a probable modern drainage ditch and evidence for successive flooding episodes.