Monument record MRM 129 - Possible Bronze-Age ring ditch, visible as a cropmark.
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Summary
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 25419 45672 (22m by 23m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM24NE |
| Civil Parish | MARTLESHAM, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A possible ring ditch is visible as a cropmark on aerial photographs of 1980, circa 110 metres to the north of Spratt's Plantation, Martlesham parish, centred on circa TM254456 (S1). A possible low mound can also be seen in this location on aerial photographs of 1944 when viewed stereoscopically (S2). A possible interpretation of this site is as the remains of a barrow of prehistoric date. However, neither photographic source is very clear and more reconnaissance is required.
2008: An assessment of aerial photographs identified a possible ring ditch and mound both of which might indicate bronze age burial sites. (S3)
Sources/Archives (3)
- <S1> SSF50073 Photograph: National Monuments Record. Air Photograph. NMR TM 2545/6 (1845/064) 31-JUL-1980.
- <S2> SSF50005 Photograph: RAF. Air Photograph. RAF 106G/UK/LA34 3052-3 15-AUG-1944.
- <S3> SSF60749 Unpublished document: Palmer, R.. 2008. Adastral Park, Martlesham Heath, Area centred TM258448.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (2)
Record last edited
Nov 8 2022 4:35PM