Monument record MLI127241 - Backfilled Possible Clay Extraction Pits, The Paddock, Keddington
Summary
Several large seemingly intercutting pits were identified during excavations at The Paddock, Keddington. They were interpreted as possible extraction pits, and seem to have been deliberately backfilled in the 19th century.
Type and Period (1)
- CLAY PIT (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
Several large, deep intercutting pits were identified during excavations at The Paddock, Keddington. They were interpreted as possible extraction pits to harvest the underlying clay in the area, and seem to have been deliberately backfilled in the 19th century. The deposits contained a mix of material, mostly 15th to 18th century pottery {1}{2}
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SLI18323 Report: Witham Archaeology. 2018. Archaeological Recording and Monitoring, The Paddocks, Church Lane, Keddington. WA Site Code KDTP17.
- <2> SLI18324 Archive: Witham Archaeology. 2018. Archaeological Recording and Monitoring, The Paddocks, Church Lane, Keddington. LCNCC 2017.53.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 3452 8858 (12m by 11m) Estimated from Sources |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | KEDDINGTON, EAST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Nov 26 2025 3:29PM
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