NHER 16885 (Find Spot record) - Possible prehistoric burnt flints and animal bones
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Summary
During the building of a new home large numbers of round stones, possibly prehistoric burnt flints, and many sheep skulls were discovered at this site.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF91NE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BEETLEY, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1960s-1970s. South side of lane opposite Martyr's Cottage. Found when building new house.
Large numbers of 'round stones' (pot boilers?) and many sheep skulls.
Information from a local drainage contractor who says owner of house refers to them as 'remains of an abbey'.
E. Rose (NAU), 18 December 1980.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (2)
- POT BOILER (Prehistoric - 1000000 BC to 42 AD)
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Undated)
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Record last edited
Jan 25 2011 11:25AM