Monument record MLI80603 - Roman cemetery associated with Ludford Roman town
Summary
A third-fourth century cemetery associated with Ludford Roman town was identified.
Type and Period (3)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
PRN 43820
Metal detecting identified Roman coffins contained in lead coffins in a field to the east of the sewerage works, east of Ludford and south of the A 631. As a consequence of this excavations were carried out on this area. Three burials were excavated, two of which were in lead coffins, the third had been contained in a wooden coffin. Another seven burials were identified within the excavation area, but were not excavated. {1}{2}
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SLI5682 Report: Lindsey Archaeological Services. 2000. Ludford Magna Archaeological Excavations. LUD98.
- <2> SLI5683 Archive: Lindsey Archaeological Services. 2000. Ludford Magna Archaeological Excavation. LCNCC 99.13.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 21021 89348 (76m by 71m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | LUDFORD, EAST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (3)
External Links (0)
Record last edited
Aug 25 2023 2:12PM
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