Noon, S. and Jago, I. (2021). Croxdale Medieval Chapel: Written Scheme of Investigation for an Archaeological Watching Brief. London: DigVentures. https://doi.org/10.5284/1096217. Cite this using datacite

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Title:		 Croxdale Medieval Chapel: Written Scheme of Investigation for an Archaeological Watching Brief
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Abstract:		 The work was undertaken on 5th May 2021 by Ben Swain on behalf of DigVentures. An archaeological presence was maintained during all groundwork on the Site. Minor works, comprising the excavation of a system of channels for the laying of drainage pipes, was completed using a mechanical excavator under archaeological supervision. These channels measured between 1.80m and 8.00m in length and between 0.30m and 0.50m in depth. All channels were constructed to a width of 0.40m, according to the size of the bucket used by the mechanical excavator. All work was completed under strict archaeological observation, with regular stops to enable examination of the exposed deposits. The methodology was designed to allow a sufficient sample of each feature type/deposit to be examined in order to establish the nature, extent and condition of the archaeological remains. All recording was undertaken using DigVentures pro forma recording system, supported by a digital photographic record conforming to standards outlined by Historic England (2015b). Monitoring of the groundworks revealed no significant archaeological finds or features. A shallow deposit of small-to-medium sized rounded stones was observed near to the chapel walls positioned below the lead waterspouts built into the walls above. This likely represented a modern drainage feature. The site yielded a common stratigraphic sequence of topsoil, subsoil and the natural horizon was encountered at a maximum depth of 0.50m. Finds of plastic wrappers, shards of glass, a roof tile, animal bone and sherds of pottery were present in some of the observed deposits. All of which are considered to be post-medieval or modern in date. No archaeological features were identified linked to the medieval chapel. The absence of any significant features may be because of the limited extent and depth of the excavations themselves. No evidence of the medieval chapel or associated activity was encountered but this does not discount the possibility that features associated with medieval occupation are located in the area. No further works are recommended, subject to approval by Historic England and Durham County Council Archaeology Section.
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Author:		 Stuart Noon ORCID icon
Indie Jago
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Publisher:		 DigVentures
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Year of Publication:		 2021
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District: County Durham
Country: England
Parish: Croxdale and Hett
County: Durham
Grid Reference: 427399, 537909 (Easting, Northing)
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WATCHING BRIEF (Event)
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OASIS Id: digventu1-501614
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Created Date:		 13 Jul 2022