Monument record OTY 007 - Moated inclosure adjoining the churchyard of Otley
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Summary
`A moated inclosure adjoining the churchyard of Otley on the north-north- east side, with the entrance near the church, is surrounded by a trench averaging 8ft deep' (S1)(R1).
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 2048 5498 (104m by 89m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM25SW |
| Civil Parish | OTLEY, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (4)
Full Description
`A moated inclosure adjoining the churchyard of Otley on the north-north- east side, with the entrance near the church, is surrounded by a trench averaging 8ft deep' (S1)(R1). Defined on 1st ed OS map, 1837. Earthworks, ponds and ditches, adjoins NE corner of churchyard. 1987: Finds of pottery, `some years ago', reported by Mr J Taylor, Howes Farm, Martlesham, include 1 Rom C1 jar rim sherd and 1160gms Med pottery:- 19 rims (including l large jug rim), 1 strap handle, 5 base & 21 body sherds (S2).
Sources/Archives (4)
- <R1> SSF50032 Index: OS. OS Card. OS, card TM25SW5.
- <M1> SSF50072 Unpublished document: Suffolk Archaeological Service. Parish Files. Parish file: (S2).
- <S1> SSF54455 Bibliographic reference: 1911. Victoria County History, Suffolk (VCH). 614.
- <S2> SSF22028 (No record type): Taylor J per SAU (Newman J & Plouviez J), finds report, March 1987.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Apr 29 2016 10:07AM