Title: |
Hunterston Converter and Substation, West Kilbride, North Ayrshire: Strip Map Sample Data Structure Report |
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Rathmell Archaeology Ltd unpublished report series
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Publication Type: |
Report (in Series)
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Abstract: |
A programme of archaeological investigative works was required by RSK Environment Ltd on behalf of their clients in respect to the construction of the Hunterston Converter and Substation, West Kilbride, North Ayrshire (N/11/00708/PPPM). An archaeological intrusive evaluation carried out in July and August 2013 identified four concentrations of archaeological features (Feature Groups A to D). Further works were recommended involving open area strips centred on the feature groups, beginning with A. Works then began around B, which exposed an unusually high level of significant archaeological features. In response to this, the Archaeological Consultant (RSK) and WoSAS negotiated a Strip, Map and Sample exercise to test the surrounding landscape. The core objective was to elucidate the extent of features within the landscape surrounding the identified groups (B and C). Feature Group C was subsequently broken down into Areas 1, 2 and 3, where archaeological features seemingly related to agriculture, landscaping and land boundaries were encountered, in addition to a number of pits and post-holes, indicative of anthropic activity. While artefact presence was limited, finds from the site generally indicate a broad date range for activity, ranging from prehistoric to 20th century. Area B was defined by stylised phases of boundary features enclosing an interior space. Excavations revealed evidence of ferrous metal-working and possibly nonferrous metal-working. Investigation revealed a high volume of stake-holes, pits and post-holes. Four enclosing curvilinear features, one post defined enclosure, and four large features seemingly representing entranceways were identified. Artefactual evidence indicates activity from Mesolithic although the majority represent late Bronze Age/Iron Age date. |
Author: |
D Gorman
K Sludden
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Publisher: |
Rathmell Archaeology Ltd
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Other Person/Org: |
Historic Environment Scotland (OASIS Reviewer)
West of Scotland Archaeological Service (OASIS Reviewer)
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Year of Publication: |
2014
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Locations: |
Site: |
Hunterston Converter and Substation, West Kilbride, North Ayrshire: Strip Map Sample |
County: |
Ayrshire and Arran |
Parish: |
WEST KILBRIDE |
Country: |
Scotland |
Grid Reference: 218760, 651160 (Easting, Northing)
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Subjects / Periods: |
MEDIEVAL
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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CERAMIC
(Object England)
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PREHISTORIC
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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CERAMIC
(Object England)
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PREHISTORIC
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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CHERT SCRAPER
(Find)
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PREHISTORIC
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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COPPER ALLOY OBJECT
(Find)
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PERIOD UNKNOWN
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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HAMMERSTONE
(Find)
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PREHISTORIC
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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IRONWORKING SLAGS
(Find)
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PREHISTORIC
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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QUERN STONE FRAGMENT
(Find)
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PREHISTORIC
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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SHALE BRACELET
(Find)
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IRON AGE
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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STRUCK FLINT
(Find)
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PERIOD UNKNOWN
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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STRUCK FLINT
(Find)
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BRONZE AGE
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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THUMBNAIL SCRAPER
(Find)
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POST MEDIEVAL
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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CULVERT
(Monus)
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PERIOD UNKNOWN
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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CURVILINEAR ENCLOSURE
(Monus)
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PERIOD UNKNOWN
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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PIT
(Monument Type Scotland)
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POST MEDIEVAL
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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PLOUGH MARKS
(Monus)
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PERIOD UNKNOWN
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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POSTHOLES
(Monus)
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POST MEDIEVAL
(ScAPA : Scottish Archaeological Periods & Ages)
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WALL
(Monument Type Scotland)
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Identifiers: |
OASIS Id: |
rathmell1-224677 |
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Note: |
Digital PDF A4
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Created Date: |
06 Nov 2017 |