Monument record LMD 258 - 18th-20th century pits, The Swan Public House and Duck Cottage, Hall Street, Long Melford
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Summary
Two late 18th-19th/early20th century pits are probably associated with domestic activity in the rear yards of these grade II listed 18th-19th century properties, The Swan PH and Duck Cottage.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8638 4582 (6m by 8m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL84NE |
| Civil Parish | LONG MELFORD, BABERGH, SUFFOLK |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
2016: Archaeological monitoring revealed two late 18th-19th/early20th century pits which are probably associated with domestic activity in the rear yards of these Grade II listed 18th-19th century properties, The Wan PH and Duck Cottage. The two pits were c1.9m-2m wide and deeper than 1m. Post medieval pottery was recovered, along with 3 clay pipe stem pieces, peg-tile, 1 bone and a complete circular copper-alloy button (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF57853 Unpublished document: Pooley, L.. 2016. Archaeological monitoring and recording at The Swan public house and Duck Cottage, Hall Street, Long Melford..
Finds (5)
- FSF45110: POTTERY (18th century to 20th century - 1700 AD to 1999 AD)
- FSF45111: CLAY PIPE (SMOKING) (18th century to 19th century - 1700 AD to 1899 AD)
- FSF45112: BUTTON (18th century to 19th century - 1700 AD to 1899 AD)
- FSF45113: TILE (18th century to 20th century - 1700 AD to 1999 AD)
- FSF45114: ANIMAL REMAINS (Unknown date)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Aug 17 2017 4:24PM