NHER 53045 (Cropmark and Earthwork record) - Possible medieval parish boundary bank, Buxton heath
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Summary
A rapid earthwork identification survey in 2009 identified a sinuous bank and ditch, visible on the first edition Ordnance Survey map. This feature has been interpreted as a medieval parish boundary bank.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG12SE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HAVERINGLAND, BROADLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
January 2009. Earthwork Rapid Identification survey.
Site 1:
A sinuous bank and ditch was identified, and is visible on the first edition Ordnance survey map. It's prominance suggests a medieval parish boundary line or a heathland boundary. It lies within an area of military activity and is heavily scarred in places.
See report (S1) for further details.
H. White, (NLA), 17 September 2009
Associated Sources (1)
- <S1> SNF72224 Unpublished Contractor Report: Cushion, B. 2009. Buxton Heath, Hevingham (part). Archaeological Earthwork Rapid Identification Survey. Brian Cushion Archaeological & Cartographical Surveyor.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (2)
Object Types (0)
Related NHER Records (0)
Record last edited
Feb 28 2023 5:39PM