NHER 66077 (Monument record) - Undated possible pit and post-medieval ditches

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Summary

A geophysical survey of this site in 2020/2021 recorded little of potentially archaeological interest, the only responses of note being two linear anomalies that correspond with former field boundaries depicted on 19th-century maps. Subsequent limited trial trenching recorded only a single possible pit or natural feature.

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Location

Map sheet TF91SW
Civil Parish SCARNING, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK

Map

May 2020-January 2021. Geophysical Survey.
Magnetometer survey of site on proposed route of onshore cable for Norfolk Vanguard and Boreas Offshore Wind Farms (Area F304).
This survey identified little of potential archaeological interest. Although two linear anomalies are likely to represent infilled ditches, both appear to correspond with former field boundaries shown on the Scarning Tithe map (S1). The other linear responses recorded are all thought to be the result of recent agricultural activity, while the majority of the discrete anomalies are probably natural in origin. Scattered discrete dipolar 'spikes' and areas of magnetic disturbance at the margins of the field were probably caused by ferrous material on or close to the surface, most likely modern debris.
Information from draft report. Final version awaited.
P. Watkins (HES), 22 July 2026.

October 2020-June 2021. Trial Trenching.
Evaluation of site on proposed route of onshore cable for Norfolk Vanguard and Boreas Offshore Wind Farms (Area F304; Trenches 387 and 388).
The two trenches excavated at this location revealed only an undated possible pit or natural feature. No finds were recovered.
Information from draft report. Final version awaited.
P. Watkins (HES), 20 May 2026.

  • <S1> Map: 1847. Scarning tithe map.

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Record last edited

Jul 22 2026 2:23PM

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