Post-medieval ridge and furrow at Magna Carta School (EHER 49009)
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Summary
The 2017 evaluation was successful in identifying the post-medieval activity on the site, taking the form of agricultural activity.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 5135 2512 (13m by 27m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STANSTED MOUNTFITCHET, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
July 2017. Trial trenching.
The evaluation revealed 2 phases of activity on the site. The first phase relates to feature 1003 which is likely a former subsoil of possible medieval date. The second phase relates to the post-medieval agricultural use of the land in the form of ridge and furrow. Excavation revealed 6 furrows on a north-south alignment. The furrows were situated consistent distances apart.
The evaluation was successful in identifying the post-medieval activity on the site, taking the form of agricultural activity. However, despite the potential for features associated with the medieval period none were encountered. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX73084 Evaluation Report: Cunningham, L.. 2017. Land at Magna Carta School, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex: Archaeological Evaluation.