Monument record CAC 069 - Cropmarks of a possible ring ditch
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Summary
The cropmarks of a possible ring ditch, potentially representing the remains of a Bronze Age round barrow, were visible on aerial photographs were visible on aerial photographs. There is some uncertainty over the archaeological origin and significance of these cropmarks and they may relate to underlying geology. However the feature was mapped in part due to the level of prehistoric remains, included another barrow recovered in this area during developer-funded work.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 5222 9029 (29m by 30m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM59SW |
| Civil Parish | CARLTON COLVILLE, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
June 2014. Lothingland, Lowestoft and North Suffolk Coast and Heaths National Mapping Programme.
The cropmarks of a possible ring ditch, potentially representing the remains of a Bronze Age round barrow, were visible on aerial photographs (S1). There is some uncertainty over the archaeological origin and significance of these cropmarks and they may relate to underlying geology. However the feature was mapped in part due to the level of prehistoric remains, included another barrow recovered in this area during developer-funded work.
S. Horlock (Norfolk Historic Environment Service), 06th June 2014.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSX55025 Vertical Aerial Photograph: Vertical Aerial Photograph. OS/70307 V 032-033 05-SEP-1970 (EHA).
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Sep 25 2014 2:26PM