Monument record WLS 006 - Willisham to Somersham Main
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Summary
Watching brief identified remains of medieval furrows observed along the southern part of the route.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 0722 4959 (42m by 541m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM04NE |
| Civil Parish | WILLISHAM, MID SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
During June 2007, a watching brief was undertaken during the construction of a 1.75km section of water main to the south of Willisham. The only features observed were the eroded remains of medieval furrows observed along the southern part of the route where the easement was stripped of topsoil. This form of ploughing is locally known as "stretch" ploughing (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF53525 Unpublished document: Wilson, N.. 2008. Watching Brief, Willisham to Somersham Water Main Replacement Scheme, WLS 006.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Dec 20 2011 9:44AM