Monument record MLI80783 - Medieval site off London Road
Summary
Medieval site off London Road
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Full Description
Trial trenching uncovered several medieval features on this site. A near-vertical sided pit measured 0.66m wide by 0.42m deep. Two post-holes (one only probable) were also uncovered. Brick and tile evidence suggests that a possible building was in the vicinity during the 13th/14th centuries. Other finds, including slag, coal and charcoal, indicate that smithing was taking place in the area. The pottery finds indicate a wide trade network along the River Witham and overland at this time. Flood deposits indicate periodic flooding of the site, and the presence of a horse bone skate (unused) suggests that the Witham and local dykes and/or ditches froze over in the area at this time.{1}{2}
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SLI6019 Report: Archaeological Project Services. June 2000. Evaluation of land off London Road, Boston. BLR00.
- <2> SLI6020 Archive: Archaeological Project Services. June 2000. Evaluation of land off London Road, Boston. LCNCC 2000.132.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 32563 43374 (218m by 228m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BOSTON, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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