Monument record PFM 017 - Middle Saxon pits at 141 Bucklesham Road, Purdis Farm, Ipswich
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Summary
Evaluation revealed two charcoal and ash filled pits, one was radiocarbon dated to the middle Saxon period, and may be evidence for charcoal burning for a nearby smithing site.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 6208 2425 (4m by 2m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM62SW |
| Civil Parish | PURDIS FARM, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
An archaeological evaluation identified two features of archaeological interest were recorded during the work. These were charcoal and ash filled pits, one of which was radiocarbon dated to the middle Saxon period, and may be evidence for charcoal burning for a nearby smithing site. The site had subsequently been extensively ploughed using a rotary plough which will have removed any shallow archaeological deposits (S1).
Included in the Proceedings of the Suffolk Institute of Archaeology and History annual round up of individual finds and discoveries for 2009 (S2).
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Finds (2)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jul 25 2024 9:45AM